ssj redacted.pdf

This is a Memorandum for the Record documenting a single-source acquisition justification for a federal contract.

The contracting officer is justifying the procurement of a new Immerion Heater for the NO.2 HT FW Cooling Water Preheat System, required for delivery by May 31, 2026. The required source is INDEECO LLC, identified as a subsidiary of ASPEQ Heating Group. The procurement falls below the simplified acquisition threshold and does not exceed competitive requirements. The justification cites multiple factors supporting single-source award: (1) restrictive rights held by INDEECO LLC as one of the branches of ASPEQ Heating Group with all restricted rights on this item; (2) standardization requirements per COMSCINST 4790.3 to maintain fleet configuration baseline, as only the specified make and model (312-128765) will satisfy the government's needs for additional units and replacement items across all T-AKE ship types; and (3) compatibility requirements, as the product is a direct replacement part for existing equipment and must be compatible with the make and model 312-128765. The requirement was identified on March 9, 2026, with the urgent delivery date driven by planned replacement during Fiscal Year 2026 repairs, overhauls, and modernization. The product is not designated as critical ship equipment. The document includes certifications from the technical requester, supervisory level, and contracting officer affirming the accuracy and completeness of the justification.