45633
ID: 520000PR250012647Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFUS COAST GUARDSFLC PROCUREMENT BRANCH 3(00040)BALTIMORE, MD, 21226, USA

NAICS

Ship Building and Repairing (336611)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- SHIP AND MARINE EQUIPMENT (J020)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/b64290064e8946cb9aa6e2a94d748bd5/view
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    Description

    The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the U.S. Coast Guard, intends to award a sole source contract to Grand Slam Diesel for the repair of a Port engine on a Coast Guard vessel. This procurement is necessitated by the specialized skills, tools, and certifications required for the repair, which are only available from an authorized MTU/Detroit technician. The importance of this service lies in ensuring operational reliability and compliance with manufacturer specifications, as using unqualified personnel poses significant risks, including potential catastrophic engine failure. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact Bryan Duffey at Bryan.A.Duffey@uscg.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Bryan Duffey
    Bryan.A.Duffey@uscg.mil
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    JOTFOC.docx
    The document outlines a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition under Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP) for repair services needed by the U.S. Coast Guard. The specific requirement involves repairing the Port engine for a Coast Guard vessel, which necessitates specialized skills, tools, and certifications only available from an authorized MTU/Detroit technician. The justification emphasizes risks associated with using unqualified personnel, including potential catastrophic engine failure and invalidated warranties. The document reflects the government's commitment to maintaining stringent quality standards for essential repairs. It details efforts to explore other service options but concludes that proprietary data and unique requirements limit competition. Ultimately, it indicates that no actions can be taken to broaden competition in future acquisitions due to the specialized support structure in place. The document serves to affirm the necessity of sole sourcing for this critical engine repair to ensure operational reliability and compliance with manufacturer specifications.
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