SPRTA125R0395_Redacted.pdf

This is a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (CUI) document for a sole source acquisition by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation at Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma.

The acquisition is for 35 units of F110 Nozzle, Turbine, Airfoil (NSN/PN: 2840015975183PR/9547M20G05) under Solicitation Number SPRTA1-25-R-0395. The contract type is Firm-Fixed-Price with Fixed Quantity and no options. The estimated contract value is redacted. The justification cites 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) as the statutory authority for limited competition. The sole source is General Electric Company (CAGE 07482), identified as the only known responsible source with the necessary knowledge, experience, and data to meet the minimum requirements of form, fit, and function for this F110-100 and F110-129 military engine nozzle component. The document indicates that reverse engineering is not feasible due to the complexity and criticality of the part.

The justification was prepared by Contracting Officer Breann Irving on June 6, 2025, and approved by Competition Advocate Christopher Lally on June 9, 2025. Market research was conducted in accordance with FAR Part 10, including inquiries to available Air Force data systems, parts manufacturer approvals, and commercial vendors. A Sources Sought notice was posted to SAM.Gov on April 22, 2025 (closing date April 30, 2025) with no responses received. The acquisition synopsis is scheduled for June 16, 2025, with solicitation copies to be provided to requesting firms. The justification requires Competition Advocate approval due to the contract value exceeding $750,000 but not exceeding $15 million.