4.01.1 - J&A 22-002 - Yamaha_Redacted.pdf

This is a Justification and Approval (J&A) for Use of Brand Name Only, dated November 8, 2021, documenting a sole-source acquisition of Yamaha outboard engines and parts.

The Commander Navy Region Hawaii (CNRH) Regional Boat Maintenance Center (RBMC) requires brand name only supply blanket purchase agreements (BPA) to fulfill inventory needs for Yamaha outboard engines and replacement parts. The contracting activity is Naval Supply Systems Command, Fleet Logistic Center Pearl Harbor (NAVSUP FLCPH). The performance period spans five fiscal years from FY22 through FY26. The supplies to be acquired include various Yamaha engine parts for maintenance on Port Operations boats and complete Yamaha engines for phase and replacement of existing engines. The justification cites statutory authority under 41 USC 1901(e)(2) and FAR 13.501(a) for brand name only acquisitions of commercial items.

The rationale for Yamaha exclusivity is based on operational necessity and standardization. All 22 Port Operations boats are configured specifically for Yamaha outboard engines, and purchasing replacement engines from other manufacturers would require significant boat retrofitting and costly alterations requiring NAVSEA approval. Additionally, using non-OEM parts would void engine warranties. The brand name restriction is essential to avoid substantial costs associated with maintaining multiple diagnostic software systems, OEM training programs, specialized tooling, testing equipment, and replacement parts inventory for different manufacturers. The contracting activity has posted sources sought notices on NECO.GOV and SAM.GOV; three offerors expressed interest, and the SBA Dynamic Small Business Search identified additional authorized Yamaha dealers capable of providing quotes.