16--FLIGHT SHAFT
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation has issued a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition for the procurement of Flight Shafts (NSN: 1680-01-599-1092). This requirement is being fulfilled on a sole-source basis with Northrop Grumman (CAGE 70974) due to the item's classification as a Critical Safety Item (CSI).
Scope of Work
The procurement covers five (5) units of the Flight Shaft (P/N: 123BM52104-301). As a Critical Safety Item, these components are essential to aircraft operation and safety. The government currently lacks the technical data rights and specifications necessary to compete this requirement among other vendors, and Northrop Grumman is the only source currently approved to manufacture the part.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Justification for Other Than Full & Open Competition (Sole Source)
- Authority: 10 USC 3204(A)(1), implemented by FAR 6.302-1
- Quantity: 5 Units
- Expected Delivery: March 20, 2026
- Published: January 27, 2026
Eligibility & Future Competition
While this specific award is restricted to Northrop Grumman, the government is actively seeking to expand the industrial base. Interested firms are encouraged to submit technical data packages and Source Approval Requests (SARs) to the agency to become qualified for future solicitations of this component.
Additional Notes
Market research indicated that no other vendors expressed interest when the requirement was previously researched. This notice serves as the formal justification for the non-competitive award.