Sole Source to Kongsberg Underwater Technology, LLC for BMS Cable Assembly

This solicitation seeks a firm fixed price purchase order from Kongsberg Underwater Technology, LLC for one cable assembly upgrade kit containing two Bathymetry Mapping System cable assemblies. The Naval Sea Systems Command, Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division requires these proprietary components from Kongsberg Underwater Technology as the original equipment manufacturer to interface with its Bathymetry Mapping System. The contracting officer has determined this sole source award from Kongsberg Underwater Technology represents the best value as no other supplier can meet the government's needs. Proposals are due by April 5, 2023.

There is no set-aside designation for this requirement. Kongsberg Underwater Technology, LLC is the only potential incumbent as the manufacturer of the Bathymetry Mapping System and cable assemblies. The place of performance will be in Panama City, Florida. The justification memorandum identifies the need for one kit with two cable assemblies but does not specify the value of the possible award. As a sole source procurement, the contracting officer's determination of best value to meet the requirement from the uniquely qualified incumbent will serve as the evaluation criteria.