USNS JOSHUA HUMPHREYS FY26 MTA

Other / Unclassified

This document is a Class Justification and Approval (J&A) for Other Than Full and Open Competition. It details the award of modifications under contract N3220526C1206 to Alabama Shipyard for the USNS JOSHUA HUMPHREYS (TAO-188). The modifications are to incorporate work items required by regulatory bodies (U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, American Bureau of Shipping) and extend the contract's period of performance.

This J&A explains why the contract action is being awarded using other than full and open competition, citing "unusual and compelling urgency." It outlines that competitively soliciting for these work items is not feasible due to the potential delay in returning the vessel to a mission-ready posture, which would incur significant daily costs to the government. The document also states that efforts were made to solicit offers from as many offerors as practicable through presolicitation notices on SAM.gov. The Contracting Officer has determined the cost to be fair and reasonable. The government intends to develop a technical data package to support future competition for similar items.

Justification and Approval (J&A)

This document justifies the use of other than full and open competition for contract modifications under contract N3220526C1206. The action involves incorporating work items for the USNS JOSHUA HUMPHREYS (TAO-188) to comply with regulatory requirements and extend its period of performance.

• Incorporation of work items to meet regulatory requirements of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, and American Bureau of Shipping.

• Repairs identified by inspectors from the U.S. Coast Guard and/or American Bureau of Shipping.

• Work to attain Operational Availability and maintain vessel configuration.

• The original contract was awarded for $14,629,577.00.

• The contract consists of 118 work items.

• The period of performance is from 26MAR2026 through 06JUN2026.

• Funding is from fiscal year 2026 Operations and Maintenance, Navy (O&M,N) funds.

• The estimated cost for the modifications is not explicitly stated, but the original award was for $14,629,577.00.

• This J&A is for "Other Than Full and Open Competition" based on "Unusual and compelling urgency" (10 U.S.C 3204(a)(2)).

• Presolicitation notice was posted on SAM.gov on 15SEP2025.

• Award notice was posted on 30JAN2026.

• The contracting activity determined the anticipated cost to be fair and reasonable.

• Not applicable, as this is a justification for other than full and open competition.

• The vessel's per diem rate is $210,167.00, and delays are estimated to cost the Government this amount per day.

• The government expects to develop a technical data package or performance specification to support future competition.

• The authority to act under this Class J&A expires one year after approval by the Competition Advocate.

Other / Unclassified

This document, "Enclosure to J&A No. N10426C1206P00003," details several work items (WI) identified as necessary for a vessel's maintenance and regulatory compliance. These items range from ABS Discrepancy Corrections and Flight Deck Safety Net Replacement to critical system repairs such as the #2 Start Air Compressor, Limitorque Valve Operator Overhaul, and Port Anchor Windlass Hydraulic Power Unit repair. Additionally, it addresses habitability issues including CPO and Crew Mess Deck PRC Replacement and Stateroom Habitability Repairs due to mold and deteriorated decking. It also notes the inoperability of two of three air conditioning units and the bridge air handler, which impacts crew habitability and operational endurance.

This document is relevant to potential bidders as it outlines specific emergent work items required for a vessel. These items are deemed necessary to maintain regulatory compliance, restore critical shipboard systems, and ensure the vessel's safe return to operational service. The justification for awarding this work to the current contractor (Alabama Shipyard) highlights the need to avoid duplicative mobilization, schedule delays, increased costs, and potential degradation to fleet readiness. Bidders interested in ship repair, maintenance, and habitability services may find this information useful for understanding the types of work being undertaken and the urgency associated with these repairs.