Economic Price Adjustment Vendor Engagement

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) has issued a Special Notice seeking vendor engagement regarding the potential implementation of Firm Fixed Price contracts with Economic Price Adjustment mechanisms. This request for information (RFI) is designed to gather industry insights and perspectives on contract pricing strategies. The notice was posted on April 22, 2025, with a response deadline of May 6, 2025. The opportunity is not set aside for any specific type of contractor, indicating broad participation is welcome. The primary point of contact for this RFI is Alicia Barrowman, who can be reached at alicia.barrowman@dla.mil for any questions or clarifications.

The primary objective of this Special Notice is to solicit feedback from industry stakeholders about using Economic Price Adjustment clauses in future contract structures. Contractors are expected to review the attached RFI documents and provide comprehensive responses to the specific questions outlined in the request. While no strict eligibility criteria are mentioned, the open nature of the notice suggests that any interested vendors with relevant expertise in contract pricing and economic adjustments can participate. The RFI represents an opportunity for contractors to influence future DLA contracting approaches by sharing their insights, challenges, and recommendations related to pricing mechanisms. By engaging with industry through this process, the Defense Logistics Agency aims to develop more flexible and responsive contract strategies that can adapt to changing economic conditions and market dynamics.