Redact_JA_Redacted.pdf

This document is a Justification for Other Than Full & Open Competition (J&A) for the Department of the Navy's NAVSUP WSS in Philadelphia. The procurement is for aircraft and stabilizer spare parts, with an estimated total value of $986,437.29 and an expected final delivery date of 10/01/2025. The acquisition is specifically for spares, with Northrop Grumman (78022) identified as the sole source, justified by the design being unstable and requiring direct manufacturer procurement.

Key technical details indicate the parts have low process yield and marginal performance, rendering the current configuration obsolete. The Material Support Date is scheduled for 10/01/2024, and Northrop Grumman is the only approved source capable of satisfying the technical requirements. The contract will be solicited under a class waiver that exempts the requirement to post a Request for Information, with market research conducted in accordance with FAR part 10. The procurement is not competitively bid due to technical constraints and limited available sources.