4.0 5072 J&A_6.302-1_Limited Source_Redacted.pdf

This is a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (J&A) document for solicitation SPE7L126R0097, issued by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Weapons Support (Columbus). The acquisition is for a one-time purchase of 191 gaskets (NSN 5330012545319) for the USNS HENRY J. KAISER CLASS TAO with a 100% option to increase quantity if needed. The contract type is Firm-Fixed Price with a one-year base period. The solicitation will be synopsized on or about July 2, 2026 for 15 days and posted to the DLA Internet Bid Board System for a minimum of 30 days, with sources sought also posted to SAM.gov.

The justification restricts competition to TRANTER PHE INC (CAGE 64525, P/N 201224001110) as the sole approved source, citing 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) under FAR 6.302-1 (AMC 3 authority for second or subsequent direct manufacture acquisition). AMSC D applies, noting that competitive data is not physically available and adequate specifications cannot be drafted. Market research was conducted on May 11, 2026, contacting HC PACIFIC, DREAMFIND INC., and VECTRUS SYSTEMS LLC (which expressed interest). The solicitation includes DLAD Procurement Notes L04 and L22 to encourage alternate offers and future source qualification. Fair and reasonable pricing will be established through price comparisons and historical data analysis. The contracting officer approved this justification, which does not exceed $10,000,000.