MARMC Messing and Berthing Barges Program YR-29
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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 Department of the Navy, Mid Atlantic Regional Maintenance Center (MARMC) has issued a Justification for an Exception to Fair Opportunity to award a Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) delivery order (N50054-26-F-2033) under an existing IDIQ (N50054-25-D-0014) to BAYTEC Marine LLC. This action is for urgent sustainment services for the YR-29 Messing and Berthing Barge in New London, CT.
Scope of Work
The required services are critical for maintaining the habitability of the YR-29 barge, which supports the USS Albany (CA-123). Key tasks include:
- Accountability of Manhour and Material Reservation
- Calibration and certification of Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) Alarm, Fire and Flooding Alarm, and Refrigerant Monitoring Systems
- Cleaning, inspection, testing, and preservation of Heating and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems
- Inspection and certification of Gaylord Hood System
- Habitability installation
- Calibration Services
- Barge Systems Check Off List
- Fumigation, Cleaning and Pumping, and Barge Cleaning During Availability
- Control of Hazardous Waste Produced on Naval Vessel
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) Delivery Order
- Parent IDIQ: N50054-25-D-0014
- Delivery Order: N50054-26-F-2033
- Product/Service Code: J998 (Non Nuclear Ship Repair)
- Place of Performance: New London, CT, United States
- Published Date: February 26, 2026
Justification for Exception to Fair Opportunity
The justification is based on the urgent need for these services to maintain the YR-29 barge's habitability, with its expected arrival in July 2025. Initial attempts to solicit bids were unsuccessful. BAYTEC Marine LLC has been identified as the only available source capable of accepting the sustainment period due to their existing presence and capacity, which is expected to reduce cost and schedule risks associated with delays.
Eligibility / Set-Aside
No specific set-aside is applicable for this sole-source justification. The document states that eligibility/set-aside is not specified.
Additional Notes
The government intends to compete future delivery orders under the Barge MAC IDIQ to the maximum extent practicable and will perform continuous market research to maximize competition.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Joel Harrison
- Email: joel.j.harrison.civ@us.navy.mil
- Phone: 75755351463