Summary

This is a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (CUI Form S53) submitted by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), Aviation - Richmond, VA for the acquisition of seat shutoff valves (NSN 1650-00-319-0770) in a quantity of 120 each. The estimated value is redacted. The acquisition is being conducted under FAR Part 15 as a new action without options, utilizing 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) authority to restrict competition to a sole source based on multiple justifications including AMSC 3 (acquire directly from manufacturer for second or subsequent time), AMSC D (data not economically available), and technical certification requirements. The sole source is HYDRO-AIRE AEROSPACE CORP. (CAGE 81982).

Competition efforts included posting a sources sought notice and RFI on Contract Opportunities on November 25, 2025, which resulted in no vendor responses. The justification notes that technical data is not available and cannot be developed to permit full and open competition, and that data presently available reflects the minimum government needs. The acquisition specialist determined the anticipated cost to be fair and reasonable based on previous procurement history. The solicitation is scheduled for synopsis on December 15, 2025. The Contracting Officer (Renee Griffin) approved this justification for acquisitions not exceeding $900,000. The document indicates J&A history review was conducted and that procurement notes will be included to permit other vendors to submit SAR packages to enhance future competition.