1615012149140 / PITCH HORN ASSEMBLY / HELICOPTER, BLACK HAWK UH-60A, UH-60L, HH/UH-60M, UH-60V
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 acquisition of PITCH HORN ASSEMBLY (NSN/PN: 1615012149140/70102-08111-047). This non-competitive acquisition is for 226 units for Black Hawk UH-60A, UH-60L, HH/UH-60M, UH-60V helicopters, with an estimated value of $1,123,972.58. The justification identifies Eagle Aviation Technologies, LLC (CAGE: 5TP12) as the sole source.
Scope of Work
This acquisition is for the procurement of 226 units of the PITCH HORN ASSEMBLY, a critical component for the specified Black Hawk helicopter variants. The purpose is to ensure the continued operational readiness of these aircraft.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (implies sole source)
- Estimated Value: $1,123,972.58
- Quantity: 226 units
- Set-Aside: Not applicable; this is a non-competitive acquisition based on sole source justification.
- Published Date: June 8, 2026
Justification & Evaluation
The statutory authority for this non-competitive acquisition is 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1), citing the availability of the supply from only one or a limited number of sources. A sources sought notice was posted on April 1, 2025, which resulted in one response from Eagle Aviation Technologies, LLC. Market research, including a synopsis posted on SAM around April 7, 2025, was conducted to notify other vendors. The anticipated cost is deemed fair and reasonable based on price comparison with historical data or market analysis.
Additional Notes
To foster future competition, DLA Aviation plans to add procurement notes to solicitations, allowing other vendors to submit a Source Approval Request (SAR) Packet. This aims to overcome current barriers to competition for subsequent acquisitions. The justification has been approved by the Contracting Officer, Competition Advocate, and Head of Contracting Activity.