GUNSTON A6A1 RCC 79N
Overview
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PSC
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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 Department of the Navy's Mid-Atlantic Regional Maintenance Center (MARMC) has issued a Justification and Approval (J&A) for a non-competitive award to East Coast Repair for urgent additional work on the USS GUNSTON HALL (LSD-44). This work, identified as RCC 79N Work Item 508-11-001, involves critical lagging and insulation repair to ensure safe operation. This action is justified under FAR 16.505(b)(2)(i)(A) due to extreme urgency.
Scope of Work
This additional work is critical support for the USS GUNSTON HALL (LSD-44) Continuous Maintenance Availability (CMAV). Specifically, it addresses "Lagging and Insulation; repair" (RCC 79N Work Item 508-11-001). The repairs include:
- Removal of remaining insulation and lagging.
- Cleaning and painting of overheads.
- Replacement of all clips and insulation materials. The objective is to ensure the safe and proper operation of equipment within Enclosed Operating Station One, 5-65-2-E, located in Norfolk, VA.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Justification for non-competitive award under an existing Firm Fixed Priced (FFP) Delivery Order (N5005426FL001).
- Duration: The period of performance is integrated with the existing work package.
- Set-Aside: Not applicable, as this is an exception to fair opportunity.
- Published: April 17, 2026.
- Place of Performance: Norfolk, VA.
Evaluation
Not applicable, as this is a justification for a non-competitive award to East Coast Repair.
Additional Notes
The justification cites FAR 16.505(b)(2)(i)(A) due to the urgency of the requirement, stating that providing fair opportunity would result in unacceptable delays. East Coast Repair is identified as the only company able to meet the immediate requirement due to their existing equipment and involvement with the ongoing CMAV. The Contracting Officer has determined that the anticipated costs will be fair and reasonable, based on historical data, an Independent Government Estimate (IGE), and Project Manager's technical knowledge. Market research was not conducted due to the critical nature and urgency of the work.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Lauren Heard (lauren.r.heard.civ@us.navy.mil)