tinymule64

In my organization, there seems to be a recurring issue with developing contract vehicles for repair work with very small businesses. I have been requested on a couple of occasions to issue IDIQ repair contracts with small businesses who are OEMs on ship components. The fact that these contracts are issued sole source is another challenge in and of itself as there is very little leverage. In addition, these services are vital because the components they need to repair are emergent (Needed within a day or two of issues arising) and extremely important for ship/sub operation. None of these small businesses have an approved accounting system and they all refuse to make the internal changes necessary to have an adequate accounting system. In accordance with DFARS 242.7502(a), this would take, CR, T&M, and Labor Hour out of the equation. And as the work is emergent and can't be defined, I've been told we can't issue an IDIQ with FFP orders. My guess is that this can't be an issue only at my organization. Are there any strategies or contract types that people use for this type of repair work that don't require an accounting system? Or is the only option to issue a pass through contract which is obviously not ideal?