SSJ DMA Maintenance_Redacted.pdf

This is a Non-Competitive Procurement Justification Memorandum filed by Code 7220 on January 16, 2026, for a sole-source acquisition under the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT).

The memorandum justifies the award of a basic 12-month support contract for Dynamic Mechanical Analysis (DMA) maintenance and performance maintenance visits to TA Instruments - WATERS LLC, located at 159 Lukens Drive, New Castle, Delaware 19720. The requirement covers support for DMA machines (models 0800-0309, 0800, and 0800-0701) currently in use at NSWCCD. The contract renewal is necessary to maintain certification of the two DMA machines, as the previous service contract has expired and this vendor is the only qualified source to provide maintenance services and material certification. The point of contact is Ashentay Kearse at 302-563-0589.

The justification is based on two primary factors: (1) Restrictive Rights—TA Instruments holds proprietary rights over the DMA machine drawings, schematics, personnel qualifications, and parts availability, making them the sole vendor qualified to service the equipment and certify tested materials; and (2) Exclusive Licensing Agreements—Waters/TA Instruments is the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) for the DMA machines. The contracting officer, digitally signed as MCDONALD-JOHNSON.SYDNEY.MELVINA, approved the sole-source solicitation on February 24, 2026.