SPE4A625R0394_Redacted.pdf

This is a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (CUI) form documenting a sole source acquisition by the Defense Logistics Agency-Richmond for cable assembly specifications.

The Defense Logistics Agency is acquiring cable assemblies (NSN 5995-01-626-9536) in a quantity of 608 units through an indefinite delivery contract with a 3-year base period. The acquisition is restricted to DRS Networking & Imaging (CAGE: 1RWE7) as the sole source based on AMSC 3 and AMSC C authority codes, indicating the requirement for second-or-subsequent direct manufacturer acquisition and necessary engineering source approval to maintain part quality. The justification cites the unavailability of technical data that prevents full and open competition, supporting the follow-on acquisition from the same source. A sources sought notice/RFI was posted on 07/30/2025 to Contract Opportunities, resulting in no responses. The solicitation is scheduled for posting on 08/29/2025, with copies provided to interested parties. A market survey was conducted showing one approved source with no competing vendors indicating interest; the market situation has not changed since the previous acquisition. The contracting officer (Cassandra Cooper) certified the justification on 07/31/2025, and approval authority rests with the Contracting Officer for acquisitions not exceeding $750,000. Actions to overcome future competition barriers include posting the requirement on DIBBS and including NOTE M06/L04 alternate offers in the solicitation to allow potential source approval requests.