SPE4A825Q0047_Redacted.pdf

This document is a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (J&A) for the Defense Logistics Agency in Richmond. The agency seeks to acquire 2 CNC Tube Benders from Ajax Tocco Magneherim Corporation, with a proprietary design for F/A-18 aircraft weapon platform maintenance. The acquisition is being justified under 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1), which allows procurement from a limited number of sources. The specific tooling for these tube benders has unique engineering requirements that prevent competitive procurement, as the original equipment manufacturer (Pines Engineering) is unwilling to sell data rights for tooling integration. The government has determined that reverse engineering would be cost-prohibitive. A market survey was conducted, and the acquisition will be synopsized on or about 2/21/2025, with dealers and manufacturers of similar products to be solicited. The document has been approved by the Contracting Officer and Competition Advocate, with signatures dated February 18 and 19, 2025, respectively.