Redacted JNA_N3220524R4087.pdf

This is a Justification and Approval (J&A) document for a contract award on a limited source basis with the Department of the Navy, Military Sealift Command (MSC).

MSC is awarding a multiple award Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (MAC IDIQ) contract on a limited source basis to four vendors: MAN Energy Solutions Middle East, LLC (MAN); Fairbanks Morse, LLC (FM); Motor Services Hugo Stamp (MSHS); and Goltens Service Company. The contract will provide OEM systems, supplies, and services for diesel engine maintenance and support across multiple MSC vessel classes including submarines, hospitals, dry cargo ships, fleet replenishment oilers, expeditionary sea bases, expeditionary transfer docks, expeditionary fast transport vessels, and vehicle cargo ships. Specific engine systems supported include ALCO, Colt-Pielstick, Fairbanks Morse, and MAN engine lines of various configurations. The estimated total contract value for FY26-31 is redacted but represents the five-year ordering period. Orders will utilize corresponding Fiscal Year NWCF or Operations and Maintenance (O&M) funds.

The contracting officer determined that only OEM parts and OEM or MSC-approved service providers can satisfy requirements due to vessel safety, operational reliability, regulatory compliance with USCG and ABS standards, and proprietary technical data and drawings controlled by FM and MAN. MSC conducted market research and posted a Sources Sought Notice in December 2023 with responses closing in January 2024. The J&A cites 10 U.S.C. § 3204(a)(1) as statutory authority for limited source procurement, and the contracting officer has determined the cost is fair and reasonable. MSC plans to continue market surveillance and may solicit additional non-OEM equivalent contractors during the five-year period to promote future competition.