JA for NSN - 4420015683537 (Redacted).pdf

This document is a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition for a federal contract procurement.

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support Philadelphia, Construction and Equipment Supply Chain seeks to procure a Cooler, Fluid, Industrial (Heat Exchanger) on an other than full and open competitive basis. The specific item is manufactured by Rix Industries (Rix) with CAGE number 28953 and part number 39-35318, identified by National Stock Number 4420-01-568-3537. The contracting activity is pursuing this non-competitive approach under the authority of 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1), as implemented by FAR 6.302-1(c). The justification indicates that market research began in October 2024 and is ongoing. The document states that the anticipated cost to the Government will be fair and reasonable, though specific pricing and quantity details are redacted. The solicitation will be synopsized in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) and published on the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS), with the justification made available for public inspection in accordance with FAR 6.305(c). The contracting officer certifies the accuracy and completeness of the justification, signed on 10/27/2025 by ASHEAI PATTERSON. The document also includes approval from the DLA Troop Support Competition Advocate, MACIEJ OKULICZ-KOZARYN, and certification from a Product Specialist confirming that the supplies meet Government needs and specifications. The justification notes that DLA Troop Support will continue market research prior to future acquisitions and will include procurement notes encouraging submission of alternate products.