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The Naval Sea Systems Command is seeking to acquire brand name Software Evaluation and Estimation of Resources (SEER) software licenses to support the Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) Command, Control, Communications, Computers, and Navigation (C4N) Systems. The justification for this limited source procurement is based on the unique qualifications of SEER software, which has been actively used and integrated by the LCAC C4N team for about five years. Transitioning to a different software would necessitate retraining personnel and could lead to significant delays and additional costs, making SEER the only viable option. The estimated procurement includes two licenses with a total cost that remains redacted. The contracting officer concluded this acquisition reflects the best value for the agency considering all related costs. Market research indicated no other software meets the specific needs of the LCAC program, reinforcing the decision to renew the SEER licenses without competition. Overall, this action is positioned as critical to meet operational needs without interruption.