Justification for Other than Full and Open Competition for Engineering Support Services
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) has issued a Justification for Other than Full and Open Competition to extend Engineering Support Services for the Assistant Commandant – Surface (CG-SURFACE) for an additional 12 months. This modification to award number 70Z02323F45900001 with Thor Solutions LLC ensures continuity of critical services while a new competitive solicitation is prepared. The services are performed in Washington, DC.
Scope of Work
This contract modification provides essential engineering, technical, and management support for USCG Surface Assets throughout their complete life cycle. Services include studying, analyzing, and evaluating engineering problems, developing solutions, assisting in contract documentation, developing technical plans, specifications, and cost estimates, and preparing engineering/feasibility studies. These services are vital for the acquisition, in-service sustainment, and human systems integration of USCG surface assets.
Contract & Timeline
- Action Type: Firm Fixed-Price, Negotiated Contract Modification
- Current Contractor: THOR Solutions LLC
- Period of Performance: Includes three options spanning from May 2026 to May 2027.
- Funding: Procurement, Construction, and Improvements (PC&I) with funding years from 2022-2029.
- Published Date: March 30, 2026
Justification for Sole Source
The justification is made under 10 U.S.C. § 3204(b)(B) and FAR Subpart 6.103-1, citing "Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements." The USCG states that the unique qualifications of THOR Solutions LLC and the critical nature of these services necessitate this extension. Competing these updated requirements immediately would cause detrimental delays to USCG mission executions.
Future Competition
Market research conducted in Spring 2025 identified GSA OASIS+ as an appropriate vehicle for future competition. An RFI was posted, and responses were received from nine small businesses, including the incumbent. The follow-on contract for these Engineering Support Services will be competed on GSA OASIS+ amongst small businesses.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Christopher Katz
- Email: Christopher.A.Katz2@uscg.mil