z5a. SPE4A526R0168_Redacted.pdf

This is a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (CUI Form S53) for a sole source acquisition under FAR Part 15. The contracting activity is DLA Weapons Support (Richmond), with the procurement designated as a new action under solicitation number SPE4A526R0168.

The acquisition concerns 48 units of a Gearbox Rescue Hatch (NSN 1560010112654/1145262-3) from The Boeing Company (CAGE 77272). The contract type is a 1-year fixed price agreement with no options. The document establishes that the supplies are restricted to Boeing as the only known source capable of furnishing the required item. The justification cites 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) as statutory authority and identifies AMSC 3 (acquire directly from the manufacturer for subsequent time) and AMSC C (engineering source approval required to maintain part quality) as applicable codes. A sources sought notice/RFI was posted on Contract Opportunities on 4/7/2026, which resulted in no responses. The acquisition will be synopsized on 4/13/2026, and firms requesting solicitation copies will be provided one. Market research efforts included review of historical contracts, AMPL approved sources listing, and synopsis postings. The estimated cost to the government is fair and reasonable based on negotiations using available cost/pricing information and prior pricing paid. The Contracting Officer (Annette Pruett) certified the justification as accurate on 4/13/26 and approved the action, which falls under the $10 million approval threshold.