JA Lenthall WI 510 Cooler Plates - Redacted.pdf

This is a Justification and Approval (J&A) document for other than full and open competition from the Department of the Navy, Military Sealift Command (MSC) Norfolk. The document justifies a firm-fixed price contract on a brand name, limited source basis for Tranter parts to support the USNS Lenthall (TAO 189). Specifically, Tranter, as the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), will provide cooler plates for cooler overhauls scheduled for the 25 ROH.

The J&A cites FAR 13.501(a) under Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP) for acquisitions exceeding the SAT but not exceeding $7.0 million. The government intends to issue a synopsis/solicitation on www.sam.gov with the intent of awarding a firm-fixed price contract. The document notes that MSC has no current plans to allow for competitive subcontracting for these supplies/services, though if another qualified source emerges, they will need to submit documentation supporting their capabilities as an alternate source to the Contracting Officer by the clarification deadline specified in section L of the solicitation.