Urgent & Compelling J&A
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 Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support has issued a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (J&A) for the urgent procurement of galley equipment. This J&A, under the authority of 41 U.S.C. 1901 and FAR 12.102, outlines the intent to award a sole source contract due to unusual and compelling urgency. The required items must be awarded and delivered by May 29, 2026, to support the Navy Ashore Galley modernization pilot program.
Scope of Work
This procurement is for various types of galley equipment, including:
- Counters
- Sneeze guards
- Food well units
- Refrigeration units
- Sinks
- Blenders
- Ice makers
- Cooking equipment
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (Sole Source)
- Authority: 41 U.S.C. 1901, FAR 12.102 (Unusual and Compelling Urgency)
- Reason for Urgency: Avoid serious injury to the Government; standard competitive acquisitions have lead times exceeding the urgent requirement (30+ days for solicitation, 120+ days for delivery). Urgency was exacerbated by a government shutdown and funding unavailability.
- Delivery Deadline: May 29, 2026
- Published: April 15, 2026
- Set-Aside: None (sole source)
- Place of Performance: PA, United States
Additional Notes
This specific requirement will not have a subsequent acquisition. However, future similar requirements are anticipated to be solicited under FAR Part 12 procedures, indicating a return to competitive acquisition for non-urgent needs. This procurement supports a pilot program for Navy Ashore Galley modernization efforts.