S53_SPE4A726R0597_Redacted.pdf

This is a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (CUI Form S53), a federal contracting document authorizing limited competition or sole source acquisition for a Seal Assembly, Match component.

The acquisition is being conducted by DLA Weapons Support (Richmond) under solicitation SPE4A726R0597 for an estimated 160 units in the first year and 320 units over a two-year period. The contract type is a Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC) with a 2-year base period and no options. The NSN/PN for the item is 2840-009573745. The statutory authority for this limited competition is 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1), which permits acquisition from only one or limited sources. The justification is based on AMSC R (data rights restriction) and AMC 3 (direct manufacturer acquisition for a subsequent purchase), indicating that the Government does not own data or rights necessary to purchase from alternative sources and competitive breakout costs would exceed projected savings. A sources sought notice and RFI were posted on SAM.GOV on 05/12/26, resulting in no responses. The sole source identified is STEIN SEAL COMPANY (CAGE 03673). The anticipated cost is determined to be fair and reasonable based on historical pricing analysis. A market survey was conducted identifying interest in the acquisition. The acquisition will be synopsis on or about 06/07/26 with solicitation copies provided upon request. The Contracting Officer (Ryan Loeffelholz, KO) approved the justification for amounts not exceeding $10 million as of 05/12/26.