RENKJA.docx

JUSTIFICATION AND APPROVAL (J&A)

FOR OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION

1. Contracting Activity: Department of the Navy, Military Sealift Command-Norfolk (MSC), 471 East C. Street Norfolk, Va. 23511.

2. Description of Action Being Approved: MSC Norfolk has a requirement for 5 year maintenance items for all four Main Diesel Generators and Main propulsion motor on the USNS Robert E. Peary (T-AKE 5).

3. Description of Supplies/Services: This requirement covers the procurement of RENK Bearings and parts for the USNS Robert E. Peary (T-AKE 5) Main Diesel Generators #1, #2, #3, and #4 and Main Propulsion Motor. These parts are needed for the 5 Year inspection and maintenance items. Scheduled for Robert E. Peary’s April Regular Overhaul Period starting April 7, 2021 to May 21, 2021

4. Statutory Authority Permitting Other Than Full and Open Competition: The statutory authority for this procurement is the test program for commercial items (Section 4202 of the Clinger Cohen Act of 1996) implemented at FAR 13.501 and FAR 13.106-1(b).

5. Rationale Justifying Use of cited Statutory Authority: Under Military Sealift Commands Safety Management System Procedure Number: 10.6-002-ALL, lists all four main propulsion diesel engine (MPDE) as critical equipment. Failure of one MPDE will force the ship to reduce their speed. The loss of two engines put the ship in a c-4 status, thus becoming unable to perform the primary mission of providing underway replenishment services to the fleet, which will result in a CASREP. The reduction of speed can also pose a hazard to the crew, due to limited ship maneuverability. Proper refurbishment and maintenance of engines are critical to the safe operations of T-AKE vessel. This maintains all OEM warranties, ensures engine reliability, and crew safety.

6. Description of Efforts Made to Solicit Offers from as Many Offerors as Practicable:

7. Determination of Fair and Reasonable Cost: The Contracting Officer will determine that the price is fair and reasonable pursuant to Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) Part 13.106-3.

8. Actions to Remove Barriers to Future Competition: The Contract Specialist conducted market research and determined that there were more than 2 small businesses that could submit a proposal for this requirement.

TECHNICAL AND REQUIREMENTS CERTIFICATION

I certify that the facts and representations under my cognizance which are included in this justification and which form a basis for this justification are complete and accurate.

Technical Cognizance:

Signature: ____________________________________________________________________ Date Code Phone Requirements Cognizance:

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CONTRACTING OFFICER CERTIFICATION:

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

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LEGAL REVIEW:

I have reviewed this justification and it is deemed to be legally sufficient.

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APPROVED:

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