Attachment 2- Redacted J and A- 70Z03825QJ0000301.pdf

This document is a U.S. Coast Guard Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (Simplified Acquisition Procedures) for procuring 80 aircraft ball bearings. The Aviation Logistics Center and Medium Range Recovery Product Line intends to sole-source these specialized items from New Hampshire Ball Bearings Inc. for MH-60T aircraft maintenance, specifically for replacement during routine maintenance because of failures, corrosion, or damage.

The solicitation (Number 70Z03825QJ0000301) is an unrestricted requirement for 80 ball bearings (NSN 3110-01-HS1-6047, Part Number SSMKP21BSSD703) with a requested delivery date of 05/01/2026. The procurement will be a firm-fixed price purchase order, with quotations due by 5/15/2025 at 2:00 PM Eastern Time and anticipated award on or about 5/16/2025. The justification emphasizes that the manufacturer is the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) with exclusive technical rights, unique production techniques, and extensive testing, which supports the sole-source acquisition approach.