SPE4A525R0204_Redacted.pdf

This is a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (CUI Form S53, NOV 2024) submitted by the Defense Logistics Agency for a sole source acquisition. The document justifies the procurement of 18 Absorber Assemblies (NSN 1880-0140882 and 70219-02159-041) on a firm fixed-price basis without full and open competition. The estimated acquisition value and maximum dollar value are redacted. The contracting activity is DLA-Aviation FMBA under solicitation number SPE4A523R0204, with document identification number PK 7012302941.

The justification cites 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) as the statutory authority for limiting competition. The document identifies two approved sources: Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation (CAGE 78286) and Air Industries Machining Corp (CAGE 8L513). The acquisition is justified under AMC 2 (suitable for competitive acquisition for the first time) and AMSC C (part requires engineering source approval to maintain quality). A Sources Sought request was posted on 06/11/25 via beta SAM, resulting in one expression of interest. The justification confirms that anticipated costs will be fair and reasonable through certified cost or pricing data. The material has two approved sources identified through a Technical Certification on file. The contracting officer notes that reverse engineering is cost-prohibited and the OEM is unwilling to sell data rights to the Government. Actions to overcome competitive barriers include letter solicitation to other potentially interested manufacturers and preparation of solicitation with Procurement Notes M06 and L04. The justification does not exceed $750,000 and requires Contracting Officer approval only.