SPE4A726R0355_Redacted.pdf

This is a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (CUI) document for a sole source acquisition by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation in Richmond, Virginia.

The acquisition concerns a Lock Link Assembly (NSN 1620-00-004-9872) in a quantity of 40 units (EAQ). The contract type is IQC with 5 base years and 0 options, and it will not include an option to extend the term. The statutory authority for restricting competition is 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1), permitting acquisition from a limited number of sources. The contracting activity conducted a sources sought notice and Request for Information (RFI) posted on Contract Opportunities on January 8, 2026, but no vendors responded. The acquisition is restricted to only sources with the capability to furnish the required supplies, specifically: ONTIC ENG & MFG, INC (CAGE 45934), NORTHROP GRUMMAN SYSTEMS CORP (CAGE 70974), and NORTHROP GRUMMAN SYSTEMS CORP (CAGE 79RG9). The justification cites two reasons for sole-source authority: AMC 1 (suitable for competitive acquisition for the second or subsequent time) and AMSC C (part requires engineering source approval by the design control activity to maintain quality). A market survey was conducted; firms indicating interest will be solicited, though the sources sought synopsis posted on January 8, 2026 resulted in no vendor responses. The anticipated cost and associated estimated values are redacted. The synopsis is scheduled for January 30, 2026. The Competition Advocate and IST Contracting Officer have certified the justification. The acquisition falls under FAR Part 15, is controlled by DLA Weapons Support-Richmond and FAQE, and is categorized as SSEL (Source Selection) with FED ONLY distribution. The POC is Renee Griffin.