PR7005184938_JA REDACTED.pdf

This document is a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition form for DLA Aviation, covering the acquisition of an interface unit data part from Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation (Woodward, Inc.). The procurement involves 74 units of a specific NSN/part number with a firm fixed price contract. Key justifications include that the item is limited to the approved source, and the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) is not willing to sell data rights to the Government, making technical data package development challenging without reverse engineering.

The sources sought notice was posted on 7/21/2025, with one unapproved source sending an interest email response. The acquisition is being pursued under a Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA) and is anticipated to be awarded to Northrop Grumman. The document indicates that the technical certification is required, and the contract is under the $750,000 approval threshold, requiring only the Contracting Officer's signature. The primary constraint on competition is the lack of technically available data rights and the minimum needs of the Government, which cannot be met through full and open competition.