Summary

This is a U.S. Coast Guard Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition document for commercial products and services. The contracting action (2126406B3000CA018) involves the repair of up to twelve (12) Cummins QSC 8.3 engines installed on the USCG's 47' Motor Lifeboats. The requirement specifies two engine models with National Stock Numbers 2010-01-F25-7060 (Port Engine) and 2010-01-F25-7061 (STBD Engine). The Government seeks to restrict competition to Cummins Inc. and authorized Cummins distributors/service facilities under a brand name justification, citing the essential nature of the Cummins brand product and the unavailability of technical data rights necessary for competitors to manufacture replacement parts. The suggested sources include three Cummins branches: Baltimore (UEI: VFJPN7HZN331), Portland, OR (Ian Mackintosh POC), and Chesapeake (UEI: XCZ5MV8ZHGG5), all classified as large businesses.

The Coast Guard conducted market research through its Contracting Officer's Representative to identify capable sources within the Cummins OEM network. Market research findings indicate that while multiple Cummins entities exist, they compete independently without collaboration as "looking businesses opportunities for their repair shops." The justification establishes that non-Cummins entities holding Cummins Repair certifications would lack equal access to pricing and technical data. Fair and reasonable price determination methods include market research, comparison with similar items in related industries, and comparison to IGCE. The document was last updated March 3, 2026.