4.2 J&A UPDATED Redacted.pdf

This is a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (FAR 6.103-1) document for solicitation SPE7L126R0068 issued by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Weapons Support (Columbus) for the acquisition of transparent vehicular window armor.

The contracting activity seeks to acquire 1,022 units of Armor, Transparent, Vehicular Window (NSN 2541-01-555-4873) with options for an additional 100% quantity. The acquisition is structured as a firm-fixed-price contract on a FAR Part 15 basis with a fixed quantity of supplies. The end item classification is MRAP (Mine Resistant Ambush Protected). The Government requires spare parts that are form, fit, and functionally interchangeable with those currently used on the supported end item, restricting acquisition to Hawkins Glass Wholesalers LLC (CAGE 3RRM7) as the only known source capable of furnishing the required supplies with current design control activity approval. The justification invokes 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) authority under FAR 6.103-1, specifically AMC 3 (acquisition directly from the manufacturer on a subsequent buy). A market survey conducted on 2/25/2026 contacted three vendors (QPI Pro Inc, Hawkins Glass, and Integrated Transparent Solutions) and confirmed all three respondents can supply the item, though only Hawkins Glass holds current design approval. Efforts to overcome barriers to competition include posting a synopsis on 7/6 for 15 days and soliciting dealers of approved sources. The solicitation will be posted to the DLA Internet Bid Board System for a minimum of 30 days. Price analysis will compare proposed prices to historical prices paid and certified cost data. A sources sought notice posted on SAM.gov on 2/25/2026 yielded no responses. The estimated contract value and all pricing information have been redacted from the document.