J and A Redacted.pdf

This is a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (JOFOC) document for the US Coast Guard's procurement of spare parts for HC-144 aircraft under Simplified Acquisition Procedures. The document justifies sole source procurement from Airbus Defense and Space SAU as the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) for specific cable guide assemblies and rudder cable guides, including various NSNs (1680-01-HS3-7473/7472/7478/7477/7484/7483/7480). The parts are being procured due to corrosion and/or damage during Product Depot Maintenance.

The justification cites that Airbus is the only source with rights to the technical data, specifications, and drawings required to manufacture these parts. The USCG conducted market research to identify potential sources but found no other qualified suppliers who possessed the necessary technical data, manufacturing capability, and ability to meet required turn-around times. The document notes it is not economically feasible for the government to purchase OEM rights or develop technical data for manufacturing these parts. The justification is dated March 8, 2023, with an expiration date of January 8, 2025.