S53 JA Redacted.pdf

This is a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (CUI Form S53, NOV 2024) submitted by DLA Aviation for a limited competition sole source acquisition.

Acquisition Details and Product:

The document justifies the acquisition of bearing roller cylinders (NSN 3110-00-071-1353) in an estimated quantity of 288 units on an indefinite quantity contract with a 5-year base period. The acquisition is being procured under FAR Part 13.5 authority using 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) on a limited competition basis from two identified sources: SKF USA INC (CAGE 38443) and MPB CORPORATION (CAGE 78118). The estimated value is redacted in the document. A sources sought notice and Request for Information were posted to Contract Opportunities on 5/6/2025, resulting in no responses. The acquisition will be synopsized on or about 2/9/2025, and any firm requesting a solicitation copy will be provided one.

Justification Rationale:

The justification cites two primary authorities for limiting competition: AMC 1 (suitable for competitive acquisition for the second or subsequent time) and AMSC B (must be acquired from a manufacturing source specified on a source control drawing). The Government cannot evaluate alternate proposals as the item is described on a non-government drawing (Procurement Notice L22 applies). Supporting documentation indicates that technical data is not available and cannot be developed to permit full and open competition, and the data presently available reflects the minimum needs of the Government. The Competition Advocate and Contracting Officer have certified the justification as accurate and complete. The Competition Advocate approved this justification on 5.12.25, and the Contracting Officer signed approval on 5/9/2025.