SPE4A525R0261_Redacted.pdf

This document is a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition form for DLA Aviation, seeking to acquire 228 Link Roller Chains. The procurement is a new action under FAR Part 15 with a firm fixed-price contract. A sources sought notice was posted on 07/15/25, which resulted in one response received. The document indicates the acquisition is restricted to the only known source capable of furnishing the required supplies.

The procurement involves a Link Roller Chain with NSN 3020012629995/PN 405-10612-512. The total estimated contract value is redacted, but the document notes a technical certification is required for acquisitions over $15 million. The market research included reviewing historical contracts, the AMPL for approved sources, a sources sought listing, and a synopsis posting. The justification cites that technical certification data is not available and cannot be developed to permit full and open competition. The document has been signed by the Contracting Officer and Competition Advocate, with approval levels indicating it requires Head of Contracting Activity review for contracts over $15 million but not exceeding $100 million.