Summary

This is a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (FAR 6.302-1) issued by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Land and Maritime for solicitation SPE7MX26RX002. The acquisition seeks to procure 96 toggle switches (NSN 5930012961138) on a firm-fixed-price, indefinite-delivery contract with a 5-year base period and 4-year option period. The contracting activity is restricting this acquisition to three approved sources: Guardian Electric Manufacturing Co. (CAGE 73949), Mason Electric Co. (CAGE 81579), and AQ Wiring Systems Rockford Limited (CAGE U3103). These sources are the only ones currently approved by the design control activity to supply parts that are form, fit, and functionally interchangeable with those used on supported end items including the F-16 aircraft, QF-16 drone, and special common ground equipment.

The justification is based on AMSC C requirements, which mandate engineering source approval by the design control activity to maintain part quality, with existing unique design capability, engineering skills, and manufacturing knowledge held by the approved sources. Market research was conducted on May 6, 2024, yielding interest from Mason Electric Co., a large business with FAT waived approved source status. The Sources Sought Notice posted on SAM.gov on June 11, 2024 generated one response from BHPE (9SWS7) but no additional suppliers emerged. The solicitation was synopsized on October 2, 2025 for one day, and will be posted to the DLA Internet Bid Board System for a minimum of 15 days. Fair and reasonable pricing will be established through competitive price comparison and historical pricing analysis. The acquisition value exceeds $750,000, requiring Competition Advocate approval, which was obtained on October 1, 2025.