20--VIRIGINA Class Photonics Mast System

The Naval Sea Systems Command plans to award a sole source modification under contract N00024-06-C-6248 to Kollmorgen Corporation for the supply of up to four Photonics Mast System spares, one Photonic Mast Variant, and shipping containers to support the Photonics Mast Program. This program provides an electro-optical replacement for conventional periscopes, specifically designed to support the Virginia Class submarine platforms from fiscal years 2009 through 2013. Kollmorgen’s Electro-Optical Division is uniquely qualified to perform this work due to its specialized knowledge and experience with the system, which helps avoid duplication of effort and prevents delays in the operational availability of the submarine fleet. The award is justified under the authority of 10 U.S.C. 2304 (c)(1), which allows for a sole source contract when only one responsible source can meet the requirements. This sole source approach is necessary because no other suppliers can provide the needed goods or services without considerable inefficiencies or unacceptable schedule impacts. The contract relates to the NAICS code 334511, focusing on electronic component manufacturing, and is part of the continuing effort to enhance the operational capability of the Virginia Class submarines through advanced photonics technology.