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This is a Sole Source Justification Memorandum for the acquisition of armored jumper cable assemblies connectors from Teledyne Marine.

The Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), Naval Surface Warfare Center, Panama City Division (NSWC PCD) is acquiring 50 units of Plug 1 CX Hi Volt Connectors (part number 1281100-102) on a firm fixed price, sole source basis from Teledyne Marine dba Teledyne D.G. O'Brien. The total dollar value does not exceed $350,000, and delivery is required within 36 weeks of contract award. The contracting activity is located at 110 Vernon Avenue, Panama City, FL 32407-7001.

The justification for sole source procurement cites that Teledyne D.G. O'Brien is the only source capable of meeting the Government's needs. The connector is an essential component of the AN/AQS-24 system used by the Navy fleet. The unmodified connector is a configuration item unique to this system, and alternative sources would require expensive modifications and carry risks of material incompatibility. Teledyne has been the long-standing vendor for this item through the NAVSUP supply system, with a 27-week lead time when purchasing directly. The only competing alternative source, Northrop Grumman, provides a modified version that would be more expensive and potentially unsuitable. Due to the system's scheduled shutdown in 2027 and procurement timelines, attempting to qualify new vendors is not advantageous. Market research was not conducted as Teledyne D.G. O'Brien is uniquely qualified as the sole provider of the required Plug 1 CX Hi Volt Connectors.