JA-25-0003 WFI Region 4 Bridge_Fully Signed_Redacted.pdf

This is a Justification and Approval (J&A) document from the Naval Facilities Engineering and Expeditionary Warfare Center (NAVFAC EXWC) to extend an existing contract with Appledore Marine Engineering, LLC for 12 months from February 11, 2025 to February 11, 2026. The contract (N39430-20-D-2010) provides Waterfront Facilities Inspection (WFI) and Assessment services within Region 4, which covers the Northwest Area including Alaska and Pacific U.S. territories.

The contract provides architect-engineer services for underwater and above-water inspections, material condition assessments, and engineering/design services for DoD waterfront facilities. It is a Single Award, Firm Fixed Price, IDIQ contract set aside for small businesses. Key projects include modifications to waterfront inspection at NAVSTA Everett, assessments at Ketchikan and Bayview, and inspections at NAVMAG Indian Island and SWFPAC. The extension is deemed critical to prevent gaps in service while a new competitive Multiple Award Contract is awarded, expected by February 2026. The current contractor possesses specialized expertise in hardhat diving and waterfront engineering that cannot be readily replaced without risking mission-critical inspection requirements for facilities like explosive handling wharfs, fueling piers, and submarine piers.