Use_of_Other_than_Full_and_Open_for_SAT_Redacted.pdf

This is a Memorandum for the Record documenting a contracting decision to use other than full and open competition for a simplified acquisition under the simplified acquisition threshold.

The acquisition involves Rudder and Stern Frame parts required for rudder post sealing and packing Work Item 0954, with a delivery date of July 1, 2027. The required source or brand name is Garlock Sealing Technologies. The product is not designated as critical ship equipment per COMSCINST 4490.1(series) and SMS Procedure 10.6-002-ALL.

The contracting officer has determined that only one responsible source is available. The justification for the single-source procurement is based on standardization requirements per COMSCINST 4790.3 to maintain fleet configuration baseline. Specifically, only the Garlock Grease Seals Splkloz Packing Set, V S make and model will satisfy the Government's needs for additional units or replacement items. Additionally, the product serves as a direct replacement part for existing equipment on All T-AO 187 Class vessels and must be compatible with Garlock Rudder and Stern Frame parts. The memorandum cites both brand name standardization and compatibility as the basis for the single-source determination under the simplified acquisition threshold authority referenced in FAR 12.102(a) and GSAR 538.7104-3 and -4. The PID Number is N32205-26-SIMACQ-DSM-PM1-0305, dated May 21, 2026.