Justification.pdf

This document is a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (J&A) for a sole source acquisition by DLA Aviation Ogden for a C-130 Nose Wheel. The document seeks to procure 250 units of NSN 1610-00-914-1329 through a sole source procurement, with the contract type specified as Firm Fixed Price. The acquisition is being justified under 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1), indicating the item is available from only one or limited number of sources.

Key details include market research conducted by the 417th using various research methods, and a determination that the technical data is proprietary, with the contractor unwilling to sell it. The market survey found no alternative sources capable of meeting the government's needs. The document requires approval at multiple levels due to the acquisition value being over $15 million but under $100 million, with approvals needed from the Contracting Officer, Competition Advocate, and Head of Contracting Activity. Companies noted in the document include Jay-Em (CAGE 23233) and Lockheed (CAGE 98897), though their specific role is not explicitly detailed.