J&A SPE4A725R0555
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-FAQE has issued a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (J&A) for the sole-source acquisition of a "Sensing Element, Fir" (NSN/PN: 6340-014347592) under solicitation number SPE4A725R0555. This acquisition is restricted to Kidde Technologies, Inc., as the only known source.
Purpose & Scope
The purpose of this J&A is to justify the procurement of 372 units of "Sensing Element, Fir" over a 3-Year Base Period (124 EAQ per year). The justification is based on 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1), indicating availability from only one or limited sources. The item falls under Product Service Code 6340 (Aircraft Alarm And Signal Systems).
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC)
- Estimated Quantity: 124 EAQ for a 3-Year Base Period (total 372 units)
- Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but falls under the Contracting Officer's approval level of not exceeding $750,000.
- Set-Aside: Not a small business set-aside; justified for other than full and open competition.
- Intended Awardee: Kidde Technologies, Inc. (CAGE: 61423, 73168)
- Place of Performance: Milwaukee, WI, United States
Justification & Competition
A sources sought notice was posted on SAM.GOV on April 14, 2025, but no responses were received. The justification notes that the Government does not possess adequate data or rights to data, and it is not economical to acquire them (AMSC codes AMC 3 and AMSC Q). To encourage future competition, the solicitation will include Procurement Note L04 and alternate Procurement Note M06, allowing potential new sources to submit data for evaluation.
Timeline & Contact
- J&A Published Date: February 10, 2026
- Expected Synopsis Date: On or about May 15, 2025 (as referenced in the J&A document)
- Primary Contact: Ryan Loeffelholz (ryan.loeffelholz@dla.mil, 804-279-1452)