JA_N104-17-R-4001_Redacted.pdf

J&A No. N104-17-R-4001

JUSTIFICATION AND APPROVAL FOR USE OF OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN

COMPETITION

1. Contracting Activity: Department of the Navy, Military Sealift Command (MSC).

2. Description of the Action Being Approved: This is a justification for work to be provided under Work Items (WI) 201, 202, 203, 204, 401, 402, 403, 405, 406, 501, 502, 503, 504, 506, 509, 510, 601, 602, 603, 607, 608, 615 and 616 and of the Statement of Work (SOW) for the Mid Term Availability (MTA) of the USNS Grumman (T-AO 195) under RFP N32205-17-R-4001.

This Justification is covering only the portion of the acquisition which an OEM Authorized Facility/Manufacturer/Representative is required and the approval level requirements will then only apply to that portion.

3. Description of Supplies/Services: MSC requires Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) authorized technical field service representatives and OEM parts to accomplish the requirements of 201, 202, 203, 204, 401, 402, 403, 405, 406, 501, 502, 503, 504, 506, 509, 510, 601, 602, 603, 607, 608, 615 and 616 for the 42 day MTA, The estimated dollar value of the twenty-three (23) which will be funded utilizing FY17 Operations & Maintenance funds.

4. Statutory Authority Permitting Other Than Full and Open Competition: 10 U.S.C 2304

(c)(1), Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements, as implemented by FAR 6.302-1(a).

5. Rationale Justifying Use of Cited Authority:

The use of required OEM authorized field technical service representatives and OEM parts is necessary for mission essential purposes. The required OEM authorized field technical service representatives and OEM parts maintain mission critical ship equipment and systems, the failure of which could have serious consequences for deployed military forces and the crew on the vessel during deployments. Further, the required OEM authorized field technical service representatives and OEM parts are necessary to achieve the highest possible reliability, readiness and effectiveness required by MSC for the T-AO class of vessels. The required OEM authorized field technical service representatives and OEM parts also maintain all OEM warranties, ensures equipment reliability, crew safety and applicable ABS/USCG certifications

a. WI 201, Main Engine Maintenance

The Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) for the main engines is Colt-Pielstick. Colt- Pielstick has two (2) OEM authorized suppliers of approved repair parts and service for their equipment. Proper refurbishment and maintenance of the Main Engines is critical to the safe operation of the USNS GRUMMAN (T-AO 195). Factory authorized suppliers provide parts and proprietary technical data/drawings only available from the original manufacturer Authorized Vendors. This maintains all OEM warranties, ensures equipment reliability, and crew safety therefore precluding consideration of a product manufactured by another company.

Safety Management Systems (SMS) number 10.6-002-01-AO lists the Main Propulsion Engines as critical equipment. Failure of the Main Propulsion Engines will severely impede the ships ability to get underway and complete mission requirements. Proper refurbishment and maintenance of the Main Propulsion Engines is critical to the safe operations of the USNS

GRUMMAN (T-AO 195).

b. WI 202, Power Take Off (PTO) Coupling Overhaul

The OEM for the Port PTO Coupling is Geislinger Corporation. OEM parts and services are required for all critical equipment onboard T-AO class ships. Proper refurbishment and maintenance of the PTO Clutch is critical to the safe operation of the USNS GRUMMAN (T-AO 195). Failure to properly maintain the power take off generator/motor coupling could result in the loss of back-up propulsion and 25 to 50% loss of electrical generator capacity and negatively impact mission capabilities.

Safety Management Systems (SMS) Number 10.6-002-ALL lists the propulsion drive system as critical equipment. Proper refurbishment and maintenance of the subject clutch and coupling is critical to the safe operations of the USNS GRUMMAN (T-AO 195).

c. WI 203, Port and Starboard Propulsion Shaft Brakes

The Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) for the Propulsion Shaft Brakes is Eaton Corporation, Airflex Division. Eaton Corporation, Airflex Division provides original OEM repair parts and service for their equipment. Proper refurbishment and maintenance of the Propulsion Shaft Brake system is critical to the safe operation of the Main Engines onboard USNS GRUMMAN (T-AO 195). Eaton Corporation, Airflex Division Factory authorized suppliers provide parts and proprietary technical data/drawings only available from the original manufacturer Authorized Vendors. This maintains all OEM warranties, ensures equipment reliability, and crew safety therefore precluding consideration of a product manufactured by another company.

as critical equipment. The Propulsion Shaft Brake system is in integral part of the Main Propulsion Engines Shafting arrangement and failure of this system will severely impede the ships ability to get underway and complete mission requirements. Proper refurbishment and maintenance of the Propulsion Shaft Brake system is critical to the safe operations of the USNS

d. WI 204, Power Take Off (PTO) Clutch Overhaul

The Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) for the PTO Clutch is Eaton Corporation, Airflex Division. Eaton Corporation, Airflex Division provides original OEM repair parts and service for their equipment. Proper refurbishment and maintenance of the PTO Clutch system is critical to the safe operation of the Propulsion Shafting System onboard USNS GRUMMAN (T-AO 195).

Eaton Corporation, Airflex Division Factory authorized suppliers provide parts and proprietary technical data/drawings only available from the original manufacturer Authorized Vendors. This maintains all OEM warranties, ensures equipment reliability, and crew safety therefore precluding consideration of a product manufactured by another company. Failure to properly maintain the power take off generator/motor clutch could result in the loss of back-up propulsion and 25 to 50% loss of electrical generator capacity and negatively impact mission capabilities.

as critical equipment. The PTO Clutch Assembly system is in integral part of both the Ships Generator System and Propulsion Motor Shafting arrangement. Any failure of this system will severely impede the ships ability to generate electricity or provide auxiliary propulsion or complete mission requirements. Proper refurbishment and maintenance of this system is critical to the safe operations of the USNS GRUMMAN (T-AO 195).

e. WI 401, SVDR Annual Recertification

The Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) for the vessel’s Simplified Voice Data Recorded (SVDR) is Japan Radio Company, Ltd (JRC). JRC has numerous authorized vendors to provide service to their equipment. Vendor is required to provide documentation with a Certificate of Approved training for the JRC-JCY-1700S unit that is installed. Factory authorized suppliers provide parts and proprietary technical data/drawings only available from the original manufacturer Authorized Vendors. This maintains all OEM warranties, ensures equipment

Safety Management Systems (SMS) number 10.6-002-01-AO lists the Navigational Equipment as critical equipment, and the SVDR is part of the vessel’s Safety Radio Certificate, as required by ABS. The SVDR is a USCG and ABS required system that is integrated into the Radar and ECDIS systems to records ship movements. Service of the SVDR must be accomplished by USCG/ABS Approved and OEM Trained vendors. Proper refurbishment and maintenance of the SVDR is critical to the safe navigation and operations of the USNS GRUMMAN (T-AO 195).

f. WI 402, Magnetic Compass Annual Inspection and Alignment

The OEM for the equipment is Baker Lyman & Company. Annual inspection and recertification is required to obtain annual renewal of ship’s Certificate of Inspection (COI) by the USCG. This is the only non-electronic means available for determining ship’s heading and must be certified accurate and available for the vessel during navigation for safe passage. Should all electronics means for determining ships heading fail, the subject compass provides an alternate means to navigate the vessel. Re-calibration is an annual regulatory requirement and necessary to renew the Grumman’s COI. Failure to comply and recalibrate would render the vessel incapable sailing and thereby unable to meet mission requirements. Failure to recertify the ships Compass would impact the renewal of the vessel’s Certificate of Inspection.

g. WI 403, GMDSS Recertification

The Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) for the vessel’s Global Marine Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) is FURUNO. FURUNO has numerous authorized vendors to provide service to their equipment. Vendor is required to provide documentation with a Certificate of Approved training for the FURUNO FS-5000 GMDSS Console unit that is installed. Factory authorized suppliers provide parts and proprietary technical data/drawings only available from the original manufacturer Authorized Vendors. This maintains all OEM warranties, ensures equipment critical equipment, and the Global Marine Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) is required by ABS and USCG. Service of the GMDSS must be accomplished by USCG/ABS Approved and OEM Trained vendors. Proper refurbishment and maintenance of the GMDSS is critical to the safe navigation and operations of the USNS GRUMMAN (T-AO 195).

h. WI 405, ECDIS & Radar

The Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) for the vessel’s Radar is FURUNO and the ECDIS is TRANSAS. FURUNO and TRANSAS have numerous authorized vendors to provide service to their equipment. Vendor is required to provide documentation with a Certificate of Approved training for the FURUNO Radars and TRANSAS units that are installed. Factory authorized suppliers provide parts and proprietary technical data/drawings only available from the original manufacturer Authorized Vendors. This maintains all OEM warranties, ensures equipment critical equipment. The Radar and ECDIS are intricate components within the Bridge Navigation equipment. Failure of the Radar and ECDIS will severely impede the ships ability to safely navigate and identify other vessel operating in/around the vessel. Proper refurbishment and maintenance of the Radar and ECDIS is critical to the safe navigation and operations of the

USNS GRUMMAN (T-AO 195).

i. WI 406, NAVIGAT X Gyro System Preventive Maintenance

The Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) for the vessel’s new NAVIGAT Gyro Compass repeater system is Northrop Grumman Systems Corp - Sperry Marine Division (NGSC-SMD).

NGSC-SMD has numerous authorized vendors to provide service to their equipment. Vendor is required to provide documentation with a Certificate of Approved training for the FURUNO FS- 5000 GMDSS Console unit that is installed. Factory authorized suppliers provide parts and proprietary technical data/drawings only available from the original manufacturer Authorized

Safety Management Systems (SMS) number 10.6-002-01-AO lists the Gyro Compass as critical equipment. Failure of the Gyro Compass or Steering Stand will severely impede the ships ability to navigate and maneuver the vessel. The reduction of the ability to navigate and maneuver the vessel will also pose a hazard to the crew and the vessel. Proper replacement and maintenance of the Gyro Compass and Steering Stand are critical to the safe operations of the USNS

j. WI 501, Cargo Oil Content Monitor

The Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) for the vessel’s Cargo Oil Content Monitor is VAF Instruments B-V. VAF Instruments has numerous authorized vendors to provide service to their equipment. Vendor is required to provide documentation with a Certificate of Approved training for the MK6, OILCON Ballast Monitor that is installed. Factory authorized suppliers provide parts and proprietary technical data/drawings only available from the original manufacturer Authorized Vendors. This maintains all OEM warranties, ensures equipment reliability, and crew safety therefore precluding consideration of a product manufactured by another company.

SMS number 10.6-002—01-AO lists the Oil Content Monitor as critical equipment. Failure of the Oil Content Monitor will severely impede the ships ability to comply with current environmental regulations. The reduction of the ability to comply with current environmental regulations, as required by USCG and ABS, will expose the crew to the possibility of an oil discharge. Proper refurbishment and maintenance of the Oil Content Monitor is critical to the safe operations of the USNS GRUMMAN (T-AO 195).

k. WI 502, Atlas Incinerator Troubleshoot and Repair

The Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) for the vessel’s Incinerator is ATLAS Incinerators A/S. ATLAS Incinerators A/S has numerous authorized vendors to provide service to their equipment. Vendor is required to provide documentation with a Certificate of Approved training for the ATLAS ASWI-402-AS unit that is installed. Factory authorized suppliers provide parts and proprietary technical data/drawings only available from the original manufacturer Authorized

l. WI 503, Auxiliary Boiler Maintenance

The Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) for the vessel’s Auxiliary Boilers is VAPOR Power International. VAPOR has numerous authorized vendors to provide service to their equipment. Vendor is required to provide documentation with a Certificate of Approved training for the VAPOR Model FNC7-4748-VHK-NCI Boiler units that are installed. Factory authorized suppliers provide parts and proprietary technical data/drawings only available from the original manufacturer Authorized Vendors. This maintains all OEM warranties, ensures equipment

m. WI 504, Reduction Gear Inspections

The Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) for the USNS Grumman’s Reduction Gear System is Cincinnati Gears. OEM authorized service reps are required to support all critical equipment onboard T-AO class ships in accordance with SMS number 10.6-002-01-AO. Proper system maintenance of the Reduction Gear System requires regular inspection by the OEM for regulatory bodies, ABS and USCG. Safety Management Systems (SMS) number 10.6-002-01-AO lists the Reduction Gear System as critical equipment. System failure would severely impact the ships propulsion system.

n. WI 506, SSDG Preventative Maintenance

Stand-alone port and starboard Ship Service Diesel Generator (SSDG) sets provide ship service power and/or provide electrical power to motorize the Power Take-Off (PTO) Generator/Motor for emergency propulsion. OEM Parts and service are required for overhaul as OEM Tech Reps engaged to support overhauls will not install non-OEM parts. Factory authorized suppliers provide parts and technical data/drawings from the original manufacturer as required by USCG and ABS regulations. This maintains all OEM warranties, ensures equipment reliability, and crew safety therefore precluding consideration of a product manufactured by another company.

Safety Management Systems (SMS) number “10.4-001-ALL Revision 2.2 ensures that the vessel equipment is maintained in accordance with original equipment manufacturer (OEM) recommendations, MSC policy and regulatory body requirements.” Safety Management Systems (SMS) number 10.6-002-ALL lists the Diesel generators as critical equipment. Failure of the SSDGs would restrict the ship to port and could not able to perform its required mission.

Proper refurbishment and maintenance of the SSDGs is critical to the safe operations of the

o. WI 509, AC & Refrigeration Compressors

The Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) for the Ships Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (AC) System on the USNS Grumman (T-AO 195) is Carrier Marine Division. OEM authorized service reps are required to support all critical equipment onboard T AO class ships in accordance with SMS number 10.6-002-01-AO. Proper system maintenance of the Ships AC and Refrigeration Systems is critical to the safe operation of the USNS GRUMMAN (T-AO 195).

Safety Management Systems (SMS) number 10.6-002-01-AO lists the AC and Refrigeration systems as critical equipment. Failure of either of these systems will severely impact the ships ability to safely maintain Cargo and Ships food as well as habitability, which would impede the vessels ability to complete mission requirements.

p. WI 510, Overhaul Diesel Engine Governors

The Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) for the Ship Service Diesel Generator (SSDG) Governors is Woodward. Proper refurbishment and maintenance of the Governors is critical to the safe operation of the SSDG’s onboard USNS GRUMMAN (T-AO 195). Factory authorized suppliers provide parts and proprietary technical data/drawings only available from the original manufacturer Authorized Vendors. This maintains all OEM warranties, ensures equipment

Safety Management Systems (SMS) number 10.6-002-01-AO lists the SSDG’s as critical equipment. Failure of the SSDG’s will severely impede the ships ability to generate electrical power and adversely affect all electrical equipment onboard the vessel and will prevent the vessel from getting underway and complete mission requirements. Proper refurbishment and maintenance of the SSDG Governors is critical to the safe operations of the USNS GRUMMAN

(T-AO 195).

q. WI 601 Annual, Lifeboat Davit Inspections (ABS)

The OEM for the vessel’s Lifeboat Winches is Harding Safety (formerly Schat-Harding).

Harding Safety is the OEM authorized vendor and supplier of approved repair parts and service for their equipment. Proper refurbishment and maintenance of Lifeboat Winches is critical to the safe operation of the USNS GRUMMAN (T-AO 195) as required by USCG and ABS regulations. This maintains all OEM warranties, ensures equipment reliability, and crew safety

SMS number 10.6-002-ALL lists the Lifeboats as critical equipment. Proper operation of the Lifeboat Winches is a safety requirement for the vessel to get underway for vessel operations.

The inability to use major safety and lifesaving equipment poses a hazard to the crew. Proper refurbishment and maintenance of the Lifeboat Winches is critical to the safe operations of the

r. WI 602 Annual, Port RHIB Davit and Winch Inspections (ABS)

The OEM for the vessel’s Port Rescue Boat Davit is Allied Technical Services. Allied is the OEM authorized vendor and supplier of approved repair parts and service for their equipment.

Proper refurbishment and maintenance of the Port Rescue Boat Davits is critical to the safe operation of the USNS GRUMMAN (T-AO 195). Factory authorized suppliers provide parts and technical data/drawings from the original manufacturer as required by USCG and ABS

SMS number 10.6-002-ALL lists the RHIB and Davit Assemblies as critical equipment. Proper operation of safety and lifesaving equipment is required for the vessel to get underway for vessel operations. The inability to use major safety and lifesaving equipment poses a hazard to the crew.

Proper refurbishment and maintenance of the RHIB and Davit Assemblies is critical to the safe operations of the USNS GRUMMAN (T-AO 195).

s. WI 603 Annual, Elevator Recertification (ABS)

The OEM for the vessel’s Elevator is Par Marine. Par Maine is the OEM authorized vendor and supplier of approved, repair parts and service for their equipment. Proper refurbishment and maintenance for the Ship’s Elevator is critical to the safe operation of the USNS GRUMMAN (T- AO 195). Factory authorized suppliers provide parts and technical data/drawings from the original manufacturer as required by USCG and ABS regulations. This maintains all OEM warranties, ensures equipment reliability, and crew safety therefore precluding consideration of a product manufactured by another company.

t. WI 607 Annual, SCBA Compressor Inspection & Service (ABS)

The OEM for the vessel’s Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) is MAKO. There are several companies who are OEM representatives and authorized vendor/suppliers for approved repair parts and service for their equipment. Proper refurbishment and maintenance of the SCBA Compressor is critical to the safe operation and firefighting capabilities of the USNS GRUMMAN (T-AO 195). Factory authorized suppliers provide parts and technical data/drawings from the original manufacturer as required by USCG and ABS regulations. This maintains all OEM warranties, ensures equipment reliability, and crew safety therefore precluding consideration of a product manufactured by another company.

SMS number 10.6-002-ALL lists the Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) Compressor as critical equipment. Proper operation of such safety and lifesaving equipment is required for the vessel to get underway for vessel operations. The inability to use major safety and lifesaving equipment poses a hazard to the crew. Proper refurbishment and maintenance of the Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) Compressor is critical to the safe operations of the

u. WI 608 Annual, SCBA Equipment, Inspections (ABS)

The OEM for the vessel’s Self Contained Breathing Equipment is Interspiro. There are several companies who are OEM representatives and authorized vendor/suppliers for approved repair parts and service for their equipment. Proper refurbishment and maintenance of the SCBA Equipment is critical to the safe operation and firefighting capabilities of the USNS GRUMMAN (T-AO 195). Factory authorized suppliers provide parts and technical data/drawings from the original manufacturer as required by USCG and ABS regulations. This maintains all OEM warranties, ensures equipment reliability, and crew safety therefore precluding consideration of a product manufactured by another company.

v. WI 615 Annual, Starboard RHIB Davit Inspection (ABS)

The OEM for the vessel’s Starboard Rigid Hull Inflatable Boat (Rescue Boat) Davit is Harding Safety (formerly Schat-Marine Safety Corp). Harding Safety is the OEM authorized vendor and supplier of approved repair parts and service for their equipment. Proper refurbishment and maintenance of Starboard Rescue Boat Davits is critical to the safe operation of the USNS GRUMMAN (T-AO 195). Factory authorized suppliers provide parts and technical data/drawings from the original manufacturer as required by USCG and ABS regulations. This maintains all OEM warranties, ensures equipment reliability, and crew safety therefore precluding consideration of a product manufactured by another company.

SMS number 10.6-002-ALL lists the RHIB and Davit Assemblies as critical equipment. Proper operation of safety and lifesaving equipment is required for the vessel to get underway for vessel operations. The inability to use major safety and lifesaving equipment poses a hazard to the crew.

Proper refurbishment and maintenance of the RHIB and Davit Assemblies is critical to the safe operations of the USNS GRUMMAN (T-AO 195).

w. WI 616 Relocate & Inspect Accommodation Ladder & Winches

The OEM for the vessel’s Accommodation Ladders is Par Marine. Par Maine is the OEM authorized vendor and supplier of approved repair parts and service for their equipment. Proper refurbishment and maintenance for the Ship’s Accommodation Ladders is critical to the safe operation of the USNS GRUMMAN (T-AO 195). Factory authorized suppliers provide parts and technical data/drawings from the original manufacturer as required by USCG and ABS

6. Description of Efforts Made to Solicit Offers from as Many Offerors as Practicable: The Government intends to post a synopsis and Request for Proposal (RFP) at the Government Point of Entry, FedBizOpps website, with the intent of awarding a firm-fixed price contract to the lowest price offeror. Any prospective contractor will be required to use the OEM or OEM authorized vendor(s) as a subcontractor to perform the work in the related WIs.

7. Determination of Fair and Reasonable Cost: The Contracting Officer will determine the anticipated cost to the Government of the supplies/services covered by this J&A will be fair and reasonable in accordance with FAR Part 15.

8. Actions to Remove Barriers to Future Competition: For reasons set forth in paragraph 5, MSC has no plans at this time to allow prime contractors to solicit these requirements competitively, other than synopsizing the requirements. If another potential source emerges, MSC will assess whether competition for future requirements is feasible.

CERTIFICATIONS AND APPROVAL

TECHNICAL/REQUIREMENTS CERTIFICATION

I certify that the facts and representations under my cognizance which are included in this Justification and its supporting acquisition planning documents, except as noted herein are complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge and belief.

TECHNICAL/REQUIREMENTS COGNIZANCE:

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LEGAL SUFFICIENCY REVIEW:

I have determined this Justification is legally sufficient.

CONTRACTING OFFICER CERTIFICATION:

I certify that this Justification is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.

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COMPETITION ADVOCATE:

I certify that this Justification is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.

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