Sole Source J&A Posting
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The contract involves a firm-fixed-price sole source award for six centrifugal pump units, specifically identified by National Stock Number 4320-00-368-3186 and Manufacturer Part Number 777H440. These pumps are essential for supplying high-pressure water to fire main systems and emergency applications within naval operations, underscoring their critical safety function. The contract is awarded exclusively to Crane Pumps & Systems PFT Corp due to an exclusive licensing agreement, which makes them the only source capable of providing pumps meeting the precise Navy specifications detailed under AEL 2-88MSC2001. Market research confirmed that no alternative manufacturers can meet the delivery requirements or specifications, justifying the sole source procurement under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i). This procurement action is managed by the Department of Defense’s Supply of Shipbuilding Conversion and Repair office in Bath, Maine, with the place of performance in San Diego, California. The justification and approval document has been posted publicly to maintain transparency, allowing other capable sources to submit capability statements or proposals, though the Government retains discretion not to compete this award. The point of contact for this solicitation is Roy Jones, who can be reached via email or phone for further information.
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San Diego, CA, 92154, USASet-Aside
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This is a follow-up to the previous annountment from the Sup of Shipbuilding in Bath for: Notice of Intent to Award a Sole Source Contract for Centrifugal Pump Unit (NSN): 4320-00-368-3186,
Link: https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/3dacf15d48f84354bae02aea6c7bbcc5/view
Subject: Sole Source Justification for Centrifugal Pumps
Action: Notice of Justification and Approval (J&A) for a sole source award.
Product/Service Description: This notice announces the award of a firm-fixed-price contract for the procurement of six (6) Centrifugal Pump Units. These pumps are critical for supplying high-pressure water to fire main systems and for use in emergency situations.
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Item: Centrifugal Pump Unit
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National Stock Number (NSN): 4320-00-368-3186
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Manufacturer Part Number: 777H440
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Quantity: 6 Each
Sole Source Vendor:
Crane Pumps & Systems PFT Corp
Authority:
This acquisition is conducted under the authority of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 13.106-1(b)(1)(i), which permits soliciting from a single source if the contracting officer determines that only one source is reasonably available.
Justification for Sole Source:
The basis for this sole source determination is an exclusive licensing agreement. The required Centrifugal Pumps, configured per AEL 2-88MSC2001, are only available from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), Crane Pumps & Systems PFT Corp. These pumps are critical safety items, and no alternative models are currently available that meet the government's delivery requirements. Market research has confirmed that no other sources can satisfy the Navy's needs for this specific item.
Posting Information:
This Justification and Approval is posted for transparency. All responsible sources may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation, which shall be considered by the agency. However, the determination not to compete this requirement is solely within the discretion of the Government.
The attached document provides the full justification for this action.