JA SPE7MX26R0013 Redacted.pdf

This is a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (J&A) document under FAR 6.302-1, filed by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Weapons Support activity in Columbus for solicitation SPE7MX26RX013.

The acquisition covers two tube assembly items (NSNs 4710012297700 and 4730014938729) on a firm-fixed-price, indefinite-delivery, indefinite-quantity contract basis with a three-year total length (one-year base period plus two one-year option periods). The Government is restricting competition to two approved sources: EATON AEROQUIP LLC (CAGE 00624) and RC FLUID ENGINEERING, INC (CAGE 057Y9), both identified as the only sources capable of furnishing supplies meeting the end-use requirements for high-priority weapon systems support. The justification cites AMSC codes C and P, indicating that parts require engineering source approval to maintain quality and that data rights to manufacture are not owned by the Government, making it uneconomical to reverse engineer. The acquisition will be synopsized around November 14, 2025, for a 15-day period, with solicitation posted to the DLA Internet Bid Board System for a minimum of 30 days. Market research conducted October 1-9, 2025, contacted multiple vendors; AAR SUPPLY CHAIN expressed positive interest in pursuing a long-term contract, while NORCATEC LLC and RC FLUID ENGINEERING indicated no interest. The estimated contract value and annual demand are redacted. Competition Advocate approval is required for this acquisition valued between $900,000 and $20,000,000.