Vector-VME64x-Enclosures-BNM-Final_Redacted.pdf

21 April 2026

MEMORANDUM

From:

To:

Subj: RECOMMENDATION FOR OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

Ref: (a) 0420-02 - Vector VME64x Enclosure Package

1. It is recommended that other than full and open competition be used to acquire reference (a) for the following, manufactured by Vector Electronics and Technology, Inc.:

Part Number Description Quantity

2275L616E06-32-03-02 VME64x System Enclosure 2

FP10A4HP 6U X 4HP EMC-gasketed filler panel 6

The total estimated cost is with delivery eight (8) weeks after receipt of the order, sooner, if available. The requested materials represent the minimum requirements of the government.

2. The Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD), requires the specialized industrial Vector VME64x system enclosures to maintain the

The Vector VME64x enclosure is the only item that meets the exact form, fit, and function necessary for this

These VME64x system enclosures are required to complete perform its role and maintain compatibility and interoperability within the system. This unique hardware is a vital component of the . Major efforts in hardware development and certification have occurred using these VME64x system enclosures.

is already baselined on this to physical tolerances, the Vector chassis is required to ensure precise Procuring a VME64x chassis from an alternative manufacturer will immediately invalidate the established . Mating high value 6U x 160mm cards into an unverified chassis introduces an unacceptable risk of hardware damage, including bent pins, backplane short-circuits, and thermal throttling. In addition, technical reviews determined that no other enclosure meets the Government's strict requirement for the precise mechanical necessary to safely interface with the existing 6U x 160mm tactical computing cards. The Government has already invested approximately 500 direct productive hours, estimated at , in thermal modeling, signal integrity testing, and physical integration based on the Vector 2275L616E06-32-03-02 baseline. Procuring an alternative chassis would necessitate a complete re-engineering and re-validation of the system and this established baseline, resulting in unacceptable schedule delays to the program and integration of the system. This additional cost and delay could not be recovered through full and open competition.

3. Market research was performed through the review of previous procurements and the current approved system baseline, conducting internet searches, contacting the original equipment manufacturer (OEM), Vector Electronics and Technology, Inc., and obtaining a market research quote. This market research confirmed that the Vector VME64x system enclosure is commercially available. In addition, internet searches have revealed that there are multiple authorized resellers available for Vector products.

CERTIFICATION

I certify that the facts and representations under my cognizance, which are included in the above recommendation, are accurate to the best of my knowledge and belief. I understand that the processing of this recommendation precludes the use of full and open competition.

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The Contracting Officer has determined that only one or limited sources are reasonably available.

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