[ACTIVITY NAME] JUSTIFICATION AND APPROVAL [NUMBER] FOR [TOP-LEVEL DESCRIPTION OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES COVERED BY THE J&A]

[LETTER HEAD]

ACTION MEMO

[Date]

FOR: ASSISTANT SECRETARY OF THE NAVY (RDA)

VIA: DEPUTY ASSISTANT SECRETARY OF THE NAVY (ACQ)

FROM: (Name, Title, Activity -- Named individual signs above typed info)

SUBJECT: [ACTIVITY NAME] JUSTIFICATION AND APPROVAL [NUMBER] FOR [TOP-LEVEL DESCRIPTION OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES COVERED BY THE J&A]

Example: NAVAL SEA SYSTEMS COMMAND JUSTIFICATION AND APPROVAL (J&A) 22567 FOR LEAD YARD SERVICES FOR VIRGINIA CLASS SUBMARINES

●  ASN(RDA) approval is required for the J&A [or state CJ&A, if applicable] at Tab A.

●  [Briefly describe what the J&A covers, in terms of

○  the type of contract action(s) involved,

○  the identity of the planned contractor[s],

○  the supplies or services to be acquired including quantities by fiscal year for major items,

○  the total estimated value of the contract, with funding summary, and

○  identification of the planning document (e.g., the Acquisition Plan/Strategy) that supports the procurement. If none, explain why not.]

Example: This J&A covers award of a contract to ABC Aircraft Company, a fully owned subsidiary of DEF Company, for the SDD phase of the XYZ Program. This effort will include the design and development of an air vehicle, including two Ground Test Vehicles and five Engineering Development models, testing, engineering studies and related supplies and services. The estimated total value of the contract is $X.XB and will be funded with FY06 through FY11 RDT&E funds. The planned contract is supported by NAVAIR Acquisition Strategy 050-03-01, approved by USD(AT&L) on SEP 5, 2005.

Example: This J&A covers award of a contract to LGI Corporation for performance-based logistics support of the EFG system. The contract will include a three-year base period and four one-year options. Total estimated value of the contract is $123M and will be funded with Navy Working Capital Funds (NWCF). The J&A is consistent with NAVICP Acquisition Plan No. 12345, approved July 8, 2005 by PEO(ABC).

●  [In a few sentences, summarize the rationale set forth in Paragraph 5 of the J&A for using other than full and open competition. Address other information necessary to provide a context for the procurement and facilitate understanding of the proposed business approach. Additional information might explain, for example, that:

○  the planned contract is a final buyout of the requirement,

○  the sole source was determined through a prior competitive down-selection,

○  under a prior contract the program experienced significant cost savings when it broke out the requirements covered by the planned contract from a larger system integration contract,

○  the contractor plans to integrate work under the contract with a commercial production line, or

○  the contractor plans to enter into a partnering arrangement with another firm or Government entity for highly specialized requirements.]

Example: PRP is the sole designer, developer and manufacturer of the XX-46 series radar system and is the only contractor with the requisite knowledge, experience and technical data that can meet the Government's requirements on a timely basis.

Example: MN Corporation is the sole designer, developer and manufacturer of the F-XX-416 series engines and is the only contractor with the requisite knowledge, experience and technical data that can provide the required performance based logistics support for these engines. Until 2001, MN supported these engines as a subcontractor to the prime contractor for the entire F-112 aircraft support contract. Breaking out this portion of the total system effort resulted in a 22% reduction in F-XX-416 engine support costs.

Example: The J&A cites 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(3) as the statutory exception justifying use of other than full and open competition. This exception applies when it is necessary to award the contract to a particular source in order to establish or maintain an essential engineering, research, or development capability to be provided by an educational or other nonprofit institution or a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC). As a FFRDC, CNA is uniquely qualified to provide these services because of its unquestioned objectivity and lack of potential conflicts of interest, its confidentiality in protecting very sensitive military and intelligence information, its familiarity with the needs of the Navy and Marine Corps, and its establishment of a continuing research agenda for the Navy and Marine Corps.

●  [Briefly explain any differences between information included in the J&A and information in the supporting Acquisition Strategy/Plan, and explain the rationale for these differences. Pay particular attention to differences in quantities and funding levels. Also, note any significant congressional or other programmatic issues. These may include, for example:

○  pending legislation that could impact the procurement,

○  known congressional concerns with the acquisition strategy, or

○  recent test results that might delay the program.]

Example: Last month, the PEO/PM met with Senator Smith's staff to discuss the feasibility of using the XYZ system to meet our requirements in lieu of the ABC system. Although the PM provided a detailed explanation of why this would not be feasible, it's possible that Senator Smith will contact you directly to discuss this subject further. The PM is prepared to provide you with a briefing, as necessary.

●  [Identify point of contact information for the PEO, PM, and PCO including name, phone number and email address.]

RECOMMENDATION: Approve J&A [or CJ&A, if applicable] at Tab A.

COORDINATION: At Tab B. [This is a placeholder for DASN(AP) staff use.]