SPE4A726R0256_Redacted.pdf

This is a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (CUI Form S53) for a sole source or limited competition acquisition submitted by DLA Weapons Support (Richmond).

The procurement is for a Cylinder Assembly, Hydraulic Brake, Master (NSN 1630-01-159-4466) in the quantity of EAQ 40. The acquisition is categorized as FAR Part 15 and is a new action under the solicitation number SPEA7-26-R-0256, with a contract activity code of FAQE. The document identifies two potential sources: Eaton Aerospace (CAGE 99643) and The Boeing Co (CAGE 48T42). The justification cites 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) as the statutory authority for restricting competition, specifically invoking AMC 1 (suitable for competitive acquisition for the second or subsequent time) and AMSC B (item must be acquired from a manufacturing source specified on a source control drawing). A sources sought notice and Request for Information (RFI) were posted to Contract Opportunities on December 10, 2025, but no vendors responded. The document notes that technical data is not available and cannot be developed to permit full and open competition, and that the data presently available reflects minimum Government needs. The contract type specified is IQC with 5 base years and 0 options. The Contracting Officer approval authority applies to this acquisition valued at $10 million or below. Actions to overcome barriers to future competition include requirements for vendors to submit a Source Approval Request (SAR) package, with a procurement note (L22) included in the solicitation.