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This document is a Justification for Sole Source for simplified acquisitions (under $250K) for the United States Naval Academy. The procurement is for a pair of EvoLogics Tiny HS acoustic modems, which are required by May 27th, 2025. The total estimated cost is redacted. EvoLogics North America is the sole source manufacturer, located in Yorktown, VA.

The justification emphasizes that these specific acoustic modems are the only systems in the marketplace meeting the Navy's unique requirements, including size, weight, data rate, and compatibility with the existing DRACo-SLAM system. Acquiring alternative acoustic modems would necessitate additional resources for software system modifications. The document indicates that this procurement represents the minimum requirements for the government's needs, with a specific requirement for system compatibility with existing installed systems and no available substitutes.