Sole Source Justification_N6426725Q4253_Redacted.pdf

This document is a Brand Name/Sole Source Justification (SAM) form for procuring a Vector Network Analyzer from Rohde & Schwarz for the Navy's Instrument Calibration Procedures (ICPs). The procurement is for a Rohde & Schwarz Calibration Standard (CALSTD) to replace existing equipment that no longer operates, specifically supporting Radio Test Sets, Directional Couplers, Power Sensors, Power Splitters, Terminations, and other Test Measurement and Diagnostic Equipment (TMDE) owned by the Navy.

The justification emphasizes that no other vendor can provide the required CALSTDs, and procuring an alternative would cause significant delays, including a month-long delay to secure additional funds and potentially months of research and approval processes. The document indicates that changing vendors would impact mission readiness, training operations, and command training deadlines. The Corona Division has no plans to compete future contracts for these supplies at this time, but will assess competition feasibility if another potential source emerges. The document is dated November 2023 and signed by a Contracting Officer with an approval date of 8/20/2025.