JA 6.302-1_Limited Source 26R0005 COMPAD Signed WM23JAN26 Redactions_Redacted.pdf

This is a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (FAR 6.302-1) for Solicitation No. SPE7M826R0005 issued by the Defense Logistics Agency, DLA Weapons Support (Columbus).

The contracting activity seeks to acquire 19 units of Sensitive Switches (NSN/P/N 5930-00-138-8528) for the Eagle F-15 Aircraft on a firm-fixed-price basis with no options. The acquisition is restricted to four approved sources: Illinois Tool Works Inc. (CAGE 04226), PTI Technologies Inc. (CAGE 05228), Airtronics, LLC (CAGE 58078), and Vacco Industries (CAGE 1PVC5). The Government requires spare parts that are form, fit, and functionally interchangeable with those currently used on the supported end item. The statutory authority permitting this limited competition is 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1), implemented by FAR 6.302-1, based on AMSC C designation requiring engineering source approval by the design control activity to maintain part quality. The acquisition is classified as AMC 1, suitable for competitive acquisition for the second or subsequent time. A Sources Sought Notice posted to SAM.gov on January 5, 2026, for five business days yielded no responses. Market research conducted on January 5, 2026, contacted four vendors, with three responding (Integrated Procurement Technologies, Illinois Tool Works Inc., PTI Technologies Inc., and Airtronics, LLC). The solicitation will be posted to the DLA Internet Bid Board System for a minimum of 30 days, with synopsis on or about January 15, 2026, for a 15-day solicitation period. The justification was signed by Contracting Officer Brian Maxwell on January 21, 2026, and approved by Competition Advocate William Melendez on January 23, 2026. Approval authority is the Competition Advocate for actions exceeding $900,000 to $20,000,000.