single_source_justification_Redacted.pdf

This document is a Single Source Justification form for a specific roller bearing procurement for the BAK-12 Aircraft Arresting System by the 325th Contracting Squadron. The procurement involves 100 Roller, Spherical bearings (P/N: SKF 22322 E/C3; NSN: 3110-00-156-1454) for a critical aircraft maintenance component. The justification highlights that these specific bearings are required for the 10-year overhaul of the Aircraft Arresting Barrier, with failure to procure the exact technical order-specified bearing potentially resulting in improper system operation.

The document indicates that while market research showed multiple vendors capable of supplying the part, this is a single-source procurement. The government plans to post a Request for Quote (RFQ) on SAM.gov to ensure maximum competition. The contracting officer, Matthew S. Lahr (GS-14), has determined that a single source is reasonably available, with future market research planned to potentially expand vendor options. The procurement is associated with the Department of the Air Force Air Combat Command and is part of the 325th Contracting Squadron's activities.