S53_JA_SPE4A724R0173_redacted.pdf

This document is a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition form for the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation. The acquisition is for a Filter Element T, Fluid (NSN 1650-01-266-9728) with a quantity of 647 EA and an estimated value for a maximum 5-year period. The contract is intended to be a new action with no option for increased quantity.

The solicitation was issued for a sole source acquisition from Sikorsky Pall Aeropower, with no vendors responding to a prior sources sought notice. The justification cites that there is an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and approved source that would not result in a competitive data package. The technical certification indicates that technical data is not available and cannot be developed to permit full and open competition. The acquisition will be synopsized on 11/02/2023, with a synopsis to be provided to interested firms. The approval level for this justification is set for the Head of Contracting Activity, as the value is over $15 million but not exceeding $100 million.