JA ARL 589-11-001 KBC Repair_TPPC-LPD24-MARMC25-S002 Redacted_Redacted.pdf

This document is a Justification and Approval (J&A) for other than full and open competition for repair work on the USS ARLINGTON (LPD-24) at Naval Station. The Navy is using a sole-source procurement with General Dynamics NASSCO-Norfolk to conduct urgent repairs on the Knuckleboom crane, which has critical condition issues that could prevent ship certification and compromise operational capabilities. The repairs are necessary due to existing crane condition problems that pose safety risks, including potential boom break, fire and become missile hazards, and potential injury to personnel.

The justification cites FAR 16.505(b)(2)(i)(A) as the regulatory authority, noting the work's urgency would result in unacceptable delays if a fair opportunity was provided. The estimated costs were determined to be fair and reasonable based on historical data, independent government estimate, and the project manager's technical knowledge. The work involves repairing the Knuckleboom crane to return it to a safe position for open sea operations, with repairs allowing the ship to maintain critical operational capabilities and avoid degrading mission areas such as personnel recovery and cargo transfer.