SPE4A626RX568_Redacted.pdf

This is a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition for Sole Source and Limited Competition (AVN Form S53, March 2026) submitted by DLA Weapons Support (Richmond). The acquisition covers shackles (NSN 3030-0131912790; part numbers MK0267, B9617, 61284) with a quantity range of 531-2,150 units under an Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC) with a five-year base period. The estimated total acquisition value and maximum dollar value are redacted.

The justification cites 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) as the statutory authority for limiting competition, with primary justification codes selected as AMC 3 (acquire directly from manufacturer for subsequent time) and AMSC D (data not economically available). A sources sought notice/RFI was posted to Contract Opportunities on 02/17/2026 with no responses received. The three identified sources with capability to furnish the required supplies are Columbus McKinnon Corp (CAGE 93922), Maclean-Fogg Co. (CAGE 0AMX8), and Holland LP (CAGE 1KB59). A market survey was conducted to increase competition, and a sources sought notice was published on 02/17/2026. The Contracting Officer Francis Rettzo approved the justification on 03/19/2026. The acquisition is controlled by DLA Weapons Support (Richmond) and FM Bearing's Division, with distribution/dissemination restricted to control-fed use only.