J--Repair of Navy Propellers Ranging in Size from 7 to 23 feet in diameter and weight up to 90,000 pounds

The contract outlines a basic ordering agreement (BOA) with Wartsila Defense for the repair of Navy propellers varying in size from 7 to 23 feet in diameter and weighing up to 90,000 pounds. This agreement, effective from January 31, 2012, through January 31, 2013, covers all repair orders issued by NAVSUPWSS, with individual orders exceeding $25,000 being separately synopsized as required by federal regulations. The work involves evaluation and repair services for propellers used on combatant and auxiliary Navy ships, and orders are issued under specific statutory provisions due to the limited number of contractors possessing the necessary technical expertise and specialized equipment. Wartsila Defense is recognized as one of only six qualified companies capable of meeting the demanding requirements for propeller repair, which includes advanced tooling and knowledge of complex designs. The contract is issued under the guidelines of the Department of Defense’s NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mech office in Mechanicsburg, PA, and adheres to solicitation language that accommodates alternative product offerings from interested suppliers. Due to the specialized nature of the services and the lack of available competition data, orders are awarded under authority that bypasses full competitive procedures, ensuring timely and effective maintenance support for critical naval assets.