SPE4A726R0417_Redacted.pdf

This is a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (CUI) form from the Defense Logistics Agency for a sole source acquisition of hydraulic pistons.

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation - Richmond, VA is acquiring 40 equivalent units of Piston, Hydraulic FL (NSN 1650-01-286-5223) from sole source Hydro-Aire Aerospace (CAGE 81982). The acquisition is a new action under FAR Part 15 with a 5-base-year contract structure containing no options. The estimated total dollar value is redacted but exceeds the threshold requiring Competition Advocate approval. The solicitation is scheduled to be synopsized on or about March 10, 2026, with a specific solicitation number SPE4A7-26-R-0417. Procurement notes will be included in the solicitation to permit other vendors to submit SAR packages to enhance future competition.

The justification for sole source procurement is based on multiple factors: a sources sought notice and RFI posted on Contract Opportunities on February 5, 2026, resulted in no vendor responses; technical data is unavailable and cannot be developed to permit full and open competition; and the Government cannot purchase rights to use data from additional sources (AMSC P authority). A market survey was also conducted identifying interest in the acquisition, with results posted on February 5, 2026, yielding no vendor responses. The Contracting Officer, Competition Advocate, and Head of Contracting Activity have approved the justification for a contract valued between $900,000 and $20 million. Technical certification requirements have been met and documented by technical requirements personnel.