J an A Redacted.pdf

This document is a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (J&A) form for a sole source procurement by the U.S. Coast Guard. The document supports the purchase of specific aircraft parts for the C27J aircraft from Leonardo S.P.A. Aerostucture Division, which is the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). The specific parts include an Illuminated Panel (NSN 1680-15-028-1246) and two Pitot Tubes (NSN 6610-14-539-7348), to be procured due to the unique characteristics and proprietary technical data owned exclusively by Leonardo S.P.A. The procurement is justified under FAR 6.302 to satisfy agency requirements, with the government determining that Leonardo S.P.A. is the only source capable of providing these specialized aircraft components with the necessary technical specifications and engineering rights.

The J&A form indicates that the U.S. Coast Guard has conducted market research and determined that no other sources can provide these specific parts, which are critical for aircraft maintenance and repair. The procurement is part of a planned solicitation (Number 70Z03825QW0000094) with an anticipated award to Leonardo S.P.A. (Cage Code A1512) from Rome, Italy. The solicitation is unrestricted, with a response deadline of 07/08/2025, and the total contract value is to be determined. The government remains open to alternative sources that can demonstrate equivalent capabilities within ten calendar days of the notice, though the likelihood of finding an alternative source is deemed low given the OEM's exclusive technical rights.