SSJ Psytotech_Redacted.pdf

NSWCCD SAP Non-Competitive Procurement Justification Memo Effective April 2025

MEMORANDUM FOR FILE

FROM:

CODE: 612

TO: Code 02

DATE:

SUBJECT: Non-Competitive Procurement Justification Memo for Actions Under SAT

I. BACKGROUND

1. FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i) states for purchases not exceeding the simplified acquisition threshold, Contracting Officers may solicit from one source if the Contracting Officer determines that the circumstances of the contract action deem only one source reasonably available.

2. FAR 8.405-6 allows for limiting sources for orders or BPAs under Federal Supply Schedules under certain circumstances or for items peculiar to one manufacturer

3. As required by FAR 13.106-3(b)(3)(i), FAR 8.405-6(a)(1), or FAR 8.405-6(b)(2), this memorandum explains the absence of competition for this acquisition, as only one source will be solicited for this requirement (or for a portion of the requirement) and the requirement is not expected to exceed the simplified acquisition threshold.

II. DESCRIPTION OF ITEM OR SERVICE (Include manufacture/sole source name and address.)

-driven load frame. that will be used with digital image correlation (DIC) to measure the mechanical properties of sub-size tensile samples. The required delivery date (RDD) for purchase is 15 September 2025.

Item Number Description

3.1.1.1 10 kN Load-frame

3.1.1.2 NIST traceable strain gauge load cell (air only)

3.1.1.3 Encoder position output from screw rotation

3.1.1.4 Universal Testing Hub

3.1.1.5 PC Control Unit and Psylotest (PT3) Software

3.1.1.6 One set of clamp tension grips with serrations

3.1.1.7 TTL 5V Triggering Card

3.1.1.8 Jog/Stop Hand Pendant

3.1.2 Shoulder grip 2mm gauge width

3.1.3 DC conditioning card (1 channel)

3.1.4 Analog input card (2 channels, pass thru voltage only)

3.1.5 First year Psylotech support plan (PSP): includes preventative maintenance, repair, and warranty

3.1.6 Installation & Training: includes factory calibration, remote installation and training

3.1.7 Shipping

MANUFACTURER: Psylotech, Inc.

ADDRESS: 616 Payne Street, Evanston, IL 60201 PHONE: (847) 328-7100 x108 E-MAIL: matt.struve@psylotech.com POC: Matthew Struve Estimated Total Price (including options if applicable):

III. BASIS FOR DETERMINATION FOR USE OF OTHER THAN FULL & OPEN COMPETITION

A. BRAND NAME. The item required must be a brand name product, or feature of a product, particular to one manufacturer.

1. Restrictive Rights. The source has established proprietary rights, limited rights in data, patent rights, copyrights, or secret processes in the item or service required.

2. Exclusive Licensing Agreements. The item or service is only available from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM).

3. Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) IAW FAR 8.405-6(b).

4. Other Reasons.

B. SOLE SOURCE. (select all that apply)

1. Restrictive Rights. The source has established proprietary rights, limited rights in data, patent rights, copyrights, or secret processes in the item or service required.

2. Exclusive Licensing Agreements. The item or service is only available from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), or there is only one authorized distributor or technical representative for the OEM.

3. Other Reasons.

The Psylotech brand micro-mechanical test system is unique in its ability to provide high applied force while maintaining precise and stable motion control, and reduce out of plane motion. Its resolution and stability of motion control, which both prevents out-of-plane motion and provides a secondary source of displacement data, enables integration with other tests including X-ray diffraction, Scanning Electron Microscopy, Digital Image Correlation, and optical microscopy. Unlike alternative manufacturers, whose small-scale load frames are limited to 5 kN of applied force, the Psylotech load frame can apply 10 kN of force. The form factor is table-top and small enough to allow for multiple systems to be setup in a small research laboratory (or even on the same table), but also large enough to take multiple sizes of specimens, with gage sections compatible with current small-scale samples and future sample size reductions. This specific 10kN load frame is designed for horizontal testing under microscope-based digital image correlation (DIC) systems. The system is also portable, with a mass below 30 kg, which is essential for transportation to a beamline. This procurement will allow for multiple samples to be fabricated and tested from a small section of material, while maintaining the resolution in properties and guaranteeing the ability to apply force to failure. Furthermore, the Psylotech small-scale mechanical test system is adaptable for measuring mechanical performance under salt-water environments, a critical qualifier for experimental navy materials which must perform when under tensile or compressive stress while submerged or in the presence of salt spray. It can also achieve intermediate strain rates (10-1 to 10), which are not feasible with larger mechanical testing systems. Psylotech does not have any resellers.

4. Federal Supply Schedules (FSS): IAW FAR 8.405-6(a)(1)

a. An urgent and compelling need exists, and following the procedures would result in unacceptable delays;

b. Only one source is capable of providing the supplies or services required at the level of quality required because the supplies or services are unique or highly specialized; or

c. In the interest of economy and efficiency, the new work is a logical follow-on to an original Federal Supply Schedule order provided that the original order was placed in accordance with the applicable Federal Supply Schedule ordering procedures. The original order or BPA must not have been previously issued under sole-source or limited-sources procedures.

IV. CERTIFICATIONS & APPROVALS

A. Technical/Requirements Certification: I certify that the facts and representation under my cognizance, which are included in this justification, are complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge and belief.

B. Certification/Approval: Upon the basis of the above justification and authority, I hereby approve the solicitation of the proposed procurement(s) described herein from a sole source or limited sources,.

Contracting Officer Signature Name / Title / Phone Date