ASN Justification Approval CSG4 Overhaul Redacted.pdf

This is a Justification and Approval (J&A) document for other than full and open competition (Number 26-144) issued by the Department of the Navy, NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center (FLC) Norfolk.

The procurement awards a brand-name contract to an authorized reseller of Caterpillar Global Headquarters parts to support the Training Support Vessel Squadron Four's (TSV-1 Prevail) overhaul of its Caterpillar Fuel System. The estimated dollar value for the equipment is $517,322.62, with a required delivery date of 30 days from contract award. Funding will be provided through FY26 Navy Operations & Maintenance (O&M) appropriations prior to award. The contract involves Government-Furnished Material for engineering integration purposes. The statutory authority permitting other than full and open competition is 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(5), implemented through FAR 6.103-5, which allows brand-name procurement for authorized resale through commissaries and other facilities. The justification cites the necessity of OEM-specific parts and materials to maintain form, fit, and function compatibility with the existing system, avoiding equipment downtime, increased labor and material costs, mission degradation, schedule impacts, and safety risks. Market research conducted via a Sources Sought notice posted April 16, 2026 (with response date April 21, 2026) yielded only one response from Seaward Services Inc., which was determined incapable of meeting requirements as it was not an authorized Caterpillar parts dealer/distributor. The government determined that Carter Machinery Company Inc. is the sole source capable of meeting the minimum needs. The contracting officer has determined the anticipated cost is fair and reasonable.