JA FOIA Redacted.pdf

This is a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (FAR 6.103-1) document for solicitation SPE7L126Q0928 issued by the Defense Logistics Agency, DLA Weapons Support (Columbus).

The contracting activity seeks to acquire six units of hardware kit mechanic equipment (NSN 5340-016822660) for the GBN – Littoral Combat Ship on a firm-fixed-price basis with 100% fixed quantity and no options. The estimated contract value and total contract value including price breaks and options are redacted. The acquisition is restricted to Defense Maritime Solutions, Inc. (CAGE 0EYA6) as the sole approved source based on statutory authority 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1), which permits acquisition from a second or subsequent time directly from the manufacturer. The justification cites AMSC P authority, indicating that the Government does not own the data rights necessary to purchase from additional sources. The Product Specialist of record certified the accuracy of the approved source and applicable AMC/AMSC codes on April 1, 2026.

Regarding competition efforts, a Sources Sought Notice was posted on SAM.gov on April 1, 2026 for five business days with no responses. A market survey was conducted on April 1, 2026, contacting four vendors (Pioneer Industries, LLC; Hoosier Industrial Supply, Inc.; Phoenix Trading Inc.; and Defense Maritime Solutions, Inc.) with no responses. Procurement history review and general internet searches yielded no additional manufacturing sources. The solicitation will be synopsized and posted to the DLA Internet Bid Board System for a minimum of 10 days, with dealers of the approved source to be solicited. The justification includes a DLAD Procurement Note (L04) offering procedures for alternate product evaluation for future procurements. The Contracting Officer, Jilton Danielle K., signed and approved the justification on April 14, 2026, with approval authority up to $10,000,000.