SPRTA124R0181_Redacted.pdf

This document is a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (J&A) for a sole source acquisition by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation. The procurement is for 93 Cylinder Assemblies for F-16 Aircraft, with a National Stock Number (NSN) of 1650-01-040-8468. Arkwin Industries Inc. is identified as the only known source capable of satisfying the government's requirements, with the justification based on the proprietary nature of the item (IAW with JEDMICS, top drawing 1211178) and the government not owning the technical data rights.

The contract is structured as a Firm-Fixed-Price, Fixed Quantity type with no options, and the acquisition will be synopsized on or about 21-May-2024. The market research was conducted using multi-functional team inquiries into Haystack, Parts Manufacturer Approvals, Google, Thomas Register, and similar manufacturer websites. The Screening Analysis Worksheet (SAW) confirmed Arkwin Industries as the sole source, with the 423 SCMS agreeing to continue monitoring the marketplace for potential alternative sources. The document is approved for amounts over $750,000 but not exceeding $15 million, with signatures from the Contracting Officer, Competition Advocate, and pending Head of Contracting Activity approval.