SPE4A624Q0734_Redacted.pdf

This document is a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (Sole Source) form for the Defense Logistics Agency Aviation. The procurement is for 2,613 Bearing, Plain, Rod End components with NSN 3120-01-417-0133, to be acquired through a Firm Fixed Price Contract from LORD CORPORATION (CAGE 76005). The acquisition is being pursued under FAR Part 13.5, with no option for increased quantity or contract term extension.

The document indicates that a Sources Sought notice was posted on 02/13/2024 with no responses received. The procurement is being justified under 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) as suitable for competitive acquisition for the second or subsequent time. A market survey was conducted, with LORD CORPORATION identified as the sole source, and the market situation appears unchanged from the previous acquisition. The item has been determined commercial, but will be purchased with a specific AMSC code due to quality control requirements associated with the critical item. The contract requires approval from the Head of Contracting Activity due to the value exceeding $15 million but not exceeding $100 million.