S53_SPE4A726R0298_Redacted.pdf

This is a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (CUI Form S53) for a sole source acquisition by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Weapons Support in Richmond.

The acquisition involves the procurement of a Ballscrew Assembly (NSN 1880-002497137) in an estimated quantity of 200 units for the first year, with a total 5-year requirement of 1,000 units. The contract type is Firm Fixed Price Indefinite Quantity (IQ) for a 5-year base period with no options. The acquisition is restricted to four known sources: LINEAR MOTION (CAGE 0A335), THOMAS INSTRUMENT (CAGE 5H860), BEAVER AEROSPACE & DEFENSE (CAGE 088K1), and MISTEQUAY GROUP (CAGE 3V697). The justification cites 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) as statutory authority, specifically AMC 1 (suitable for competitive acquisition for the second or subsequent time) and AMSC B (part must be acquired from a manufacturing source specified on a source control drawing). A sources sought notice and Request for Information (RFI) were posted on SAM.GOV on December 12, 2025, but resulted in no responses. The document indicates technical data is unavailable and prevents full and open competition. The Contracting Officer (under $900,000) approved the justification on December 15, 2025, with Competition Advocate approval for the $900,000 to $20 million threshold on December 17, 2025. Head of Contracting Activity approval is required for the estimated contract value exceeding $20 million.