MPTS PARTS - SOLE SOURCE

Sole Source Justification

This document is a Sole Source Justification for acquiring Emerson parts for the Propulsion System Rocket Engine (PSRE) Test Set (MPTS), critical for the Minuteman III program. The justification is for "Other Than Full and Open Competition" under DAFFARS 5313.501 and 10 U.S.C. 3572.

The procurement includes specific Emerson part numbers for test set components:

• P/N: 85178 (Solenoid Valve Kit) - QTY: 6

• P/N: DKA66CVV9AGG9 (Pressure Reducing Regulator) - QTY: 1

• P/N: ER5000FI1 (Electro-Pneumatic Controller) - QTY: 4

• P/N: VGP6PVVC9D9 (Solenoid Valve) - QTY: 5

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price

• Delivery Schedule: 14 weeks after receipt of order.

• Estimated Contract Value: Not explicitly stated but derived from a vendor quotation dated September 2, 2025, with an expiration of February 6, 2026.

This is a sole source justification, not a solicitation for proposals. The government is limiting the purchase to Emerson parts due to the vendor's unique qualifications and the need to match system requirements precisely.

• The sole source vendor identified is Rust Automation & Controls Inc., which is a small business entity.

• The government is limiting this purchase to Emerson parts because Rust Automation & Controls Inc. is the assigned distributor and does not utilize alternate authorized distributors.

• The justification stems from the successful update of one MPTS with Emerson parts, leading to the decision to use these parts for the remaining two MPTSs to avoid safety hazards, equipment damage, and performance degradation associated with unverified parts.

• Market research efforts, including searches on GSA, SEWP, and SAM.gov, did not yield alternative sources.

• The government will continuously monitor technology for future competitive acquisition opportunities.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides instructions and a template for creating an equipment list, which is a crucial component for acquisitions involving supplies or services. It guides bidders on how to structure their line items to align with the Purchase Request (PR) CLIN structure and ensures all necessary details are captured for accurate procurement.

• Acquisition Type: Must specify if the acquisition is for Service, Supply, New Software Only, Software Renewal Only, or a combination.
• Acquisition Schedule: Requires specific dates for Service (Period of Performance), Supply (delivery due date), and Software (delivery and license coverage period). Contracts shall not be backdated.
• Shipping Information: Physical address or inbox location for deliverables, including POC Name and Phone #.
• Line Item Structure: Must adhere to DFARS 204.7103-1, with single unit prices and separately identifiable items (NSNs, descriptions, part numbers for supplies; scope of work for services).
• Description: Detailed description of the supply or service, including incidental services or software license coverage periods. Separate CLINs are required for incidental services and option years.
• Manufacturer & Part Number: Must verify part numbers are not End-of-Life (EOL) or obsolete.
• Software Renewal Information: Requires current/prior software account information from the manufacturer for renewals.
• Quantity & Unit of Measure: Appropriate units (e.g., Each, Months, Lots) must be identified.

This document is essential for bidders to accurately prepare and submit their equipment lists or pricing proposals. Following these instructions ensures that the submitted information is complete, correctly formatted, and aligns with government requirements, facilitating a smoother acquisition process and accurate evaluation of proposals.