SPE4A726R0327_Redacted.pdf

This is a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (CUI) form submitted by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation - Richmond, VA for the acquisition of filter body fluid components.

The DLA seeks to procure 160 units of filter body fluid (NSN/PN: 1650-01-075-0749) through a sole source acquisition from Pall Aeropower Corp (CAGE: 18350). The contract type is IQC with 5 base years and 0 options, with no options for increased quantity or contract term extensions. The estimated total acquisition value is redacted. The statutory authority cited is 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1), permitting sole source procurement due to availability from only one source. To improve competition, a sources sought notice and Request for Information (RFI) were posted to Contract Opportunities on December 23, 2025, but no vendors responded. The acquisition is restricted to the sole known source capable of furnishing the required supplies. The justification cites AMSC P (rights to use technical data not owned by the Government and cannot be purchased from other sources) and an available technical certification. A market survey was conducted, with sources sought notices posted to notify vendors, but no responses were received. The Contracting Officer (Renee Griffin) approved the justification on March 18, 2026, and the acquisition is anticipated to be synopsized on January 7, 2026. Actions to overcome future competition barriers include inclusion of procurement notes to permit other vendors to submit proposals, enhancing future competition.