Redacted Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition - 70Z03826QH0000030.pdf

This is a U.S. Coast Guard Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition under Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP) for FAR 12.102(a).

The Coast Guard seeks to procure A/C Cargo Tie Downs, Part Number SP4246-15, NSN: 1670-01-442-7680, in a quantity of 16 units with a possible increase of 0 additional units. These items are specialized components used on HC-130J aircraft and are replaced during routine maintenance due to failures, corrosion, or damage. The justification cites a brand name requirement under FAR 5.201(c)(3) and FAR 11.204, identifying the sole source as Breeze Eastern LLC, located at 35 Melanie LN, Whippany, NJ 07981 (Cage Code 08484). The acquisition is justified on the basis that Breeze Eastern LLC, as the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), retains proprietary rights to technical data required for this complex item's manufacturing and testing. The product is the only one approved by the USCG's Aircraft Configuration Board for the HC-130J, and procuring from any unauthorized source would introduce unacceptable safety risks to the aircraft and crew. The contracting officer will employ market research and comparison of proposed price with prices found reasonable on previous purchases as the methods for determining fair and reasonable pricing. The estimated total value of this acquisition is not specified in the provided section.