CJA 22616 YRBMs 12-15_Redacted.pdf

This is a Class Justification and Approval document for use of other than full and open competition, issued by the Department of the Navy for a modification to Contract No. N00024-22-C-2253 with Conrad Shipyard, LLC.

The Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) Shipbuilding Contracts Division seeks approval to procure four (4) additional Yard Repair, Berthing and Messing Barges (YRBMs) from Conrad Shipyard on a sole-source basis. YRBMs are non-self-propelled barges designed to be docked pier-side to provide berthing and messing facilities for up to 139 crew members during ship maintenance periods. They support maintenance operations for destroyers, cruisers, littoral combat ships, and submarines. The procurement represents an unplanned, Congressionally-added FY26 requirement that was added to Navy priorities. The estimated dollar value table is redacted in the document. The contracting activity is NAVSEA 022 at Washington Navy Yard DC 20376-0001, with authority to act under this class justification expiring December 31.

The sole-source justification is based on 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(3) and FAR 6.302-1(a)(2)(ii), citing Conrad's unique production line at its Amelia, Louisiana facility specifically developed for YRBM construction and the critical need to maintain continuity of the specialized workforce and naval industrial base capabilities. The Navy determined that competitive procurement would result in unacceptable delays of at least 50.5 months versus Conrad's accelerated timeline, severely impacting sailor readiness. Future YRBM competition is planned under an indefinite-delivery, indefinite-quantity multiple award contract with an estimated first competition date in Q1 FY27. The document was approved on May 6, 2026, by Cristina Covalt, Director of Fleet Support Contracts Division, SEA 024.