Sole Source to GSE Dynamics for Radomes, Test and Evaluation, and Repairs

This firm fixed-price, sole-source contract was awarded to GSE Dynamics by the Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Newport for the fabrication of Periscope and Photonics antenna radomes. With a total estimated value of $636,000 funded through Navy Working Capital Funds and OPN, the procurement is justified under FAR 13.501(a)(1)(ii) because GSE Dynamics is the only source certified by the Participating Acquisition Resource Manager (PMS435) capable of meeting the technical specifications and government-controlled drawings. The scope of work supports U.S. Navy underwater Electronic Warfare systems and includes the production of five specific radome variants: PAT/ARF, PEPI/LPPM, FBG Upper, FBG Lower, and ARES. Performance and delivery are centered in Newport, Rhode Island, with all items required to undergo First Article Acceptance Testing and Factory Acceptance Testing to ensure compliance with NUWC technical drawings. The contract is structured as a non-competitive acquisition due to the unique manufacturing capabilities and certifications held by the contractor. While the primary funding is allocated for Fiscal Year 2025, the procurement strategy is intended to support government needs through Fiscal Year 2029. Inspection and acceptance authority is vested with NUWCDIVNPT Code 34, acting as the Acquisition Engineering Agent and Designated Overhaul Point.