S53_SPE4A725R0734_Redacted.pdf

This document is a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (J&A) for the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation. The acquisition is for a Nut, Self-Locking, Ex with NSN 5310-014945830, with an estimated value of $94,000 over a 5-year period. The contract will be a Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) Indefinite Quantity Contract.

A sources sought notice was posted on SAM.GOV on 07/08/25 to maximize competition, but no contractors expressed interest. The justification cites 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) as the statutory authority, specifically under 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 technical certification is based on the fact that technical data is not available and cannot be developed to permit full and open competition. Potential sources listed include SPS Technologies LLC, Bristol Industries LLC, Howmet Global Fastening Systems Inc, and National Aerospace Fasteners, with additional interested firms like Defense Support Services, Adept Fasteners, and Don Industrial Group.