SPRHA125R0851_Redacted.pdf

This document is a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (J&A) from DLA Aviation Ogden for the acquisition of Landing Gear Wheels. The procurement is for 125 wheel units with a National Stock Number (NSN) of 1630-00-914-1329. The contract will be a Firm Fixed Price type, and the total estimated dollar value is redacted. The sole source is Jay-Em, who owns the complete manufacturing data for this specific NSN. Market research was conducted, including a review of commercial databases, government knowledge sources, and procurement history, with no other potential sources identified.

The document indicates that a sources sought notice was posted on 6 Jun 24 2025, but no responses were received from industry. The acquisition is justified under AMC 3 (acquire directly from the manufacturer) and AMSC B (must be acquired from a manufacturing source specified on a source control drawing). The procurement requires approval at the Head of Contracting Activity level due to the value exceeding $15 million but not exceeding $100 million. The Air Force is seeking to overcome barriers to competition by regularly inquiring with manufacturers about sharing or selling proprietary data rights for future free and open solicitations.