Sole Source to United Electronics Industries, Inc. for Control Alarm Monitor Systems (CAMS) Evaluation and Repair per attachments

Sole Source Justification

This document justifies a sole source acquisition for the evaluation and repair of Control Alarm and Monitor System (CAMS) Units. The Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), Naval Surface Warfare Center, Panama City Division (NSWC PCD) is the contracting activity.

• Evaluation and repair services for CAMS Units.

• Specific items include:

  • Base CAMS Evaluation (9 units)
  • Option 1 CAMS Repair (11 units)

• The acquisition will be conducted using simplified acquisition procedures.

• A firm fixed price purchase order will be awarded.

• The Contracting Officer has determined the order represents the best value and lowest overall cost alternative.

• Not applicable, as this is a justification for a sole source acquisition.

• This procurement is not suitable for full and open competition.

• United Electronic Industries (UEI) is identified as the sole source due to being the original equipment manufacturer and possessing unique in-house knowledge required for evaluation and repair.

• The requirement will be synopsized on SAM.gov.

• No additional market research was conducted as it was deemed not practicable.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document lists various contract clauses, provisions, and other administrative information relevant to a government contract. It appears to be a compilation of standard and specific contractual terms that bidders must be aware of.

• Section F - Deliveries or performance: Specifies F.O.B. terms (Destination or Origin).
• Section G - Contract Clauses: Details electronic submission of payment requests and Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) payment instructions.
• Section I - Contract Clauses: A comprehensive list of FAR and DFARS clauses covering a wide range of topics including reporting, system maintenance, representations and certifications, safeguarding information, prohibitions, and contract terms for commercial items. It also pre-selects and requires certain clauses.
• Section K - Representations: Lists clauses related to contractor representations, including prohibitions on certain agreements and the use of specific telecommunications equipment.
• Section L - Instructions, Conditions and Notices to Bidders: Includes instructions for offerors, System for Award Management (SAM) requirements, and notices regarding supplier performance risk systems.
• Section M – Evaluation Factors for Award: Outlines that the award will be based on Best Value, considering Price, Delivery, Quality, and Past Performance, and details the use of Navy support contractors for official contract files.
• Specific Clauses/Provisions: Includes unique clauses such as "USE OF NAVY SUPPORT CONTRACTORS FOR OFFICIAL CONTRACT FILES," "SUPPLEMENTAL INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING INVOICING," "GOVERNMENT CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION POINTS-OF-CONTACT AND RESPONSIBILITIES," "HOURS OF OPERATION AND HOLIDAY SCHEDULE," and "CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION FUNCTIONS."

This document is critical for bidders as it defines the legal and administrative framework of the contract. Understanding these clauses is essential for preparing compliant proposals, accurately estimating costs, and fulfilling contractual obligations. Key areas for bidders include submission requirements (Section G, L), evaluation criteria (Section M), representations and certifications (Section K), and specific performance and administrative requirements (Sections F, I, and unique clauses).