Sole Source WI 0501 Jacket Water Pump-redacted.pd.pdf

This is a Justification and Approval (J&A) memorandum dated October 22, 2025, for other than full and open competition under the simplified acquisition threshold for the USNS GUADALUPE WI 501 jacket water pump overhaul.

The procurement is for preventative maintenance replacement parts for the jacket water pump overhaul, to be provided by Circor Naval Solutions LLC during the period of 06/01/2025-09/08/2025 with an RDD of 04/17/2025. Circor Naval Solutions LLC is identified as the sole manufacturer and distributor of these parts, with restrictive rights and exclusive licensing agreements as the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). The justification notes that MSC lacks the manufacturing and technical information to evaluate non-OEM parts, and that special tools and technical expertise unique to this equipment are required. The work requires OEM parts and service representatives authorized to work on this sophisticated equipment, with access to technical data/drawings/service as required by USCG, ASME, SOLAS, and ABS certification.