Use of Other Than Full and Open Competition_Soliciation N3220526Q7087 Redacted.pdf

This is a Memorandum for the Record documenting a single-source procurement justification for parts required for the overhaul of a Main Engine Coupling, with delivery required by 15 August 2026. The procurement falls below the simplified acquisition threshold and is being justified as a sole-source award to Danfloss Power Solutions based on brand name and standardization requirements. The required product is specifically identified as Parts for the overhaul of the Main Engine Coupling, designated for repair purposes on naval vessels including USNS KAISER and USNS HUMPHREYS.

The justification for sole-source procurement is supported by two primary rationales: exclusive licensing arrangements under COMSCINST 4490.1 identifying Eaton as the Original Equipment Manufacturer and only authorized provider of this ship critical system, and standardization requirements under COMSCINST 4790.3 to maintain fleet configuration baseline using only the specified make and model. The parts are not designated as critical ship equipment. The memorandum includes certification sections requiring technical/requirement certification and contracting officer approval, with signature lines for the requester, supervising officer, and contracting officer. An independent government estimate is referenced but redacted. The document follows the MSC Version 3.0 format dated 6 February 2026.