53 -- BUMPER
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) Land and Maritime has issued a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (JOFOC) for the acquisition of 326 BUMPERs (NSN 5340-01-512-0408). This acquisition is for spare parts that are form, fit, and functionally interchangeable with those used on UH-60A, UH-60L, and UH-60V helicopter systems. The acquisition is restricted to Breeze-Eastern LLC as the sole known source.
Scope of Work
- Item: BUMPER
- NSN/P/N: 5340-01-512-0408
- Quantity: 326 EA
- End Item: HELICOPTER, UH-60A, UH-60L, UH-60V
- The government requires spare parts that are form, fit, and functionally interchangeable with currently used parts.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price, Fixed Quantity
- Estimated Base Value: [REDACTED]
- Estimated Total Value: [REDACTED]
- Maximum Contract Value: [REDACTED]
Eligibility / Set-Aside
This acquisition is restricted to Breeze-Eastern LLC (CAGE 08484). The justification is based on FAR 6.302-1 and 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1), citing AMC 3 (acquisition directly from the manufacturer) and AMSC D (data not physically available, cannot be obtained economically, or adequate specifications cannot be drafted for competitive solicitation). Market research, including a Sources Sought Notice, did not identify other capable sources.
Submission & Evaluation
- Synopsis: The acquisition will be synopsized on or about February 24, 2026, for one day.
- Solicitation Posting: The solicitation will be posted to the DLA Internet Bid Board System for a minimum of 10 days.
- Price Analysis: A price analysis will be conducted based on proposed prices and historical data.
Additional Notes
- The solicitation will include DLAD Procurement Note, L04 Offers for Part Numbered Items, describing the process for submitting alternate offers.
- Vendors interested in becoming an approved source can contact DLA Weapons Support (Columbus) Source Approval Monitor at DSCCAO-SAR@dla.mil.
- A previous justification from contract SPE7L125P3921 is attached.