S53_SPE4A726R0244_Redacted.pdf

This is a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition for Sole Source and Limited Competition acquisition, filed under FAR Part 15 by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Weapons Support in Richmond.

The acquisition concerns a Cylinder Assembly, R (NSN 1680-012011689) with an estimated acquisition value under $900,000. The contract type is Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) Indefinite Quantity (IQ) with a 5-year base period and no options. The sole source for this acquisition is Real-Time Laboratories (CAGE Code 62319). The justification is based on multiple restrictions: the acquisition is limited to the only source known to have the capability to furnish the required supplies; technical data is not available and cannot be developed to permit full and open competition; and the item must be acquired from a manufacturing source specified on a source control drawing (AMSC B restriction). To satisfy competition requirements, a sources sought notice and Request for Information (RFI) were posted on SAM.GOV on November 24, 2025, resulting in no responses. The anticipated cost to the Government is determined fair and reasonable based on historical pricing analysis and similar item comparisons. The acquisition synopsis is scheduled for December 15, 2025, with solicitation copies provided to interested firms. The Contracting Officer (Ryan Loeffelholz) approved the justification on November 24, 2025, as the estimated value does not exceed $900,000.