Sole Source Notice

The Naval Supply Systems Command's Fleet Logistics Center Norfolk Office has issued a sole source notice announcing its intent to award a firm fixed price contract to Jered, LLC for the procurement of maritime equipment components. This notice, posted on July 17, 2025, pertains to the acquisition of two band clamps and two copper stops with part number J175766, valued at an estimated total cost of $5,617.53. The procurement is being conducted under FAR 6.302-1 sole source authority, indicating that the government has determined only one contractor can fulfill the requirement. The notice falls under NAICS code 332510 for Hardware Manufacturing and PSC code 2090 for Miscellaneous Ship and Marine Equipment. The contracting opportunity is classified as a Special Notice with no set-aside designation applied.

The primary purpose of this notice is to provide advance notification of the government's intent to proceed with a sole source procurement while allowing potential competitors an opportunity to challenge the determination. Any contractor wishing to contest the sole source decision must submit written challenges to Charles.d.bell14.civ@us.navy.mil by July 21, 2025, providing sufficient information to demonstrate that equivalent services exist that could meet the government's stated requirements. The justification document indicates these components are direct replacement parts for existing equipment manufactured by the same Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), supporting the rationale for sole source procurement. Contractors must demonstrate they can provide equivalent services that satisfy the government's specific needs, though the final determination to compete or proceed with sole source remains at the government's discretion. This notice does not constitute a request for proposals or quotations, serving purely as an informational announcement and opportunity for industry feedback.