S53 JA_26R0077_redacted.pdf

This is a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (CUI Form S53) submitted by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation for a sole source acquisition under 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1).

The acquisition procures a Fuse, Hydraulic System (NSN/PN 1650-01-042-4126) in quantities of 10 units for Government use and 40 units for equipment, with an estimated maximum system value redacted. The contract type is Indefinite Quantity/Firm Fixed Price with no options included. The solicitation number is SPE4A726R0077, issued under FAR Part 15. DLA Aviation determined that only one source—Parker Hannifin (CAGE codes 98441, 59211, and 82271)—possesses the capability to furnish the required supplies. The acquisition is restricted based on technical data unavailability and engineering source approval requirements (AMSC C), making competitive acquisition impractical. A Sources Sought notice/Request for Information was posted on Contract Opportunities on 10/10/2025, resulting in no vendor responses. The justification notes that the NSN is deemed Interchangeability Code (IC) SAR Package and requires designation as an approved source. Actions to overcome competitive barriers include posting a synopsis for interested manufacturers to submit source approval packages for consideration in future DLA Aviation Procurement Notes M06 and L04. The Contracting Officer (Christopher Rose) certified the justification on 10/15/2025 as accurate and complete, with approval authority not exceeding $750,000. No Competition Advocate or Head of Contracting Activity approval signatures were required or provided, as the acquisition value remained below specified thresholds.