JA-SPE4A626RXD52_R.pdf

This is a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (JTFOC) for sole source and limited competition acquisitions, filed by DLA Aviation (Bearings Division-FMEC) under FAR Part 12.

The acquisition seeks to procure ball bearing airframes (NSN 3110-01-495-4847) in a quantity of 1,145 each. The solicitation number is SPE4A6-26-R-XD92. The document indicates this is a new action without options, though estimated contract value and maximum dollar value are redacted. A sources sought notice and Request for Information were posted on Contract Opportunities on 11/21/25, but no responses were received. The only identified sources capable of furnishing the required supplies are listed with CAGE codes 50294 (NHBB) and 3NPS1 (RBC).

The justification for sole source procurement is based on 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) and cites two applicable authorities: AMC 1 (suitable for competitive acquisition for the second or subsequent time) and AMSC B (must be acquired from a manufacturing source specified on a source control drawing). A market survey was conducted; market research determined additional manufacturing sources could not be identified. The material has been determined COTS, but ESA will not change the AMSC to "Z" due to quality controls associated with the NSN(s), and the item will be purchased under commercial procedures with AMSC code "B" per FAR 12.201-1(a). The anticipated cost to the Government is determined to be fair and reasonable per FAR 13.5 and commercial procedures, supported by 5-year procurement history. The contracting officer certification is dated 09/03/2026. Approval authority is the Contracting Officer for contracts not exceeding $10 million.