The Military Sealift Command is soliciting quotes for commercial products and services related to switch boxes and associated parts from Halton Group Americas Inc., under solicitation number N3220525Q2325. This request for quotations (RFQ) follows federal regulations and is not set aside for small businesses, emphasizing a firm-fixed price purchase order. The document specifies detailed technical requirements for each item, including various tailored features for switch boxes, with quantities and descriptions provided in the Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs). Delivery is expected to occur at a military warehouse in Norfolk, VA, with an acceptance date of July 2, 2025. Quotations must be submitted by April 15, 2025. Offerors are instructed to comply with several federal acquisition regulations and provide supporting documentation, including pricing, estimated delivery, and technical submission details. The evaluation will focus on technical capability and price, with Halton Group designated as the sole source vendor due to their unique supply of the specified items. The document outlines extensive compliance and procedural requirements applicable to the acquisition process, ensuring adherence to federal standards and regulations.

This memorandum details the justification for the use of other than full and open competition for a specific acquisition under the simplified acquisition threshold, associated with PR Number REQ # N2319550974079. According to FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i), when purchases are below this threshold, Contracting Officers may seek quotes from a single source if determined necessary due to urgency, brand-name restrictions, or critical needs. The memorandum specifies the requirement for ventilation fan dampers from HALTON MARINE AMERICAS, with a required delivery date of July 2, 2025. The justification for sole sourcing arises from proprietary rights held by HALTON MARINE, as well as the critical nature of the equipment that directly affects ship safety and environmental protection. It also notes that the required equipment must match existing systems in terms of form, fit, and function, limiting alternatives due to established standards across all AKE vessels. The document concludes by acknowledging that under certain circumstances—such as critical functioning, standardization, and compatibility—the acquisition meets the criteria for limited competition, ensuring mission readiness and operational efficiency for the government’s needs.