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This document is a Sole Source Justification for the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) to procure Aerospace-grade rayon fiber. DLA Strategic Materials intends to issue a firm-fixed-price contract to ENKA, a German company, for a maximum quantity of Aerospace-grade rayon fiber to be stored in the National Defense Stockpile. ENKA is the only qualified source of 300/60 denier AS Select rayon that meets current and future Department of Defense requirements. The material will be distributed by ICF Mercantile, and the contract will be awarded within two years after contract award. DLA conducted extensive market research, including internet and academic research, interviews with material users, and discussions with the sole distributor and other companies in the supply chain, which confirmed ENKA as the sole qualified supplier for this specialized material.