ACTUATOR, MECHANICAL / NSN 1680-01-616-9790 / AH-64E HELICOPTER

SOL #: SPE4A726R0225Justification

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE

Defense Logistics Agency

DLA AVIATION

RICHMOND, VA, 23237, United States

Place of Performance

Stow, OH

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

PSC

Miscellaneous Aircraft Accessories And Components (1680)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/978b6f5c61714a15b7fa30aae380e82a/view

Timeline

Posted

Nov 28, 2025

Last Updated

Feb 6, 2026

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 posted a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition for the acquisition of mechanical actuators (NSN 1680-01-616-9790) for the AH-64E Helicopter. This justification supports a sole-source or limited competition acquisition, with NATIONAL MACHINE CO. (CAGE 61817) identified as the only known source. This is not a solicitation, but a synopsis will be posted, and interested firms can request a copy of the future solicitation (SPE4A726R0225).

Purpose & Scope

The requirement is for mechanical actuators, with quantities specified as GM = 20 Each and EAQ = 80 Each. The acquisition is justified under 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) and DFARS 206.303-2, citing that the NSN is designated as "3P" (requiring a SAR package for approved sources) and that technical data is unavailable or cannot be developed to permit full and open competition.

Contract Details

Contract Type: Indefinite Quantity / Firm Fixed Price.
Estimated Value: Over $900,000 and not exceeding $20,000,000 (based on approval level).
Potential Options: May include an option for increased quantity or an option to extend the contract term.

Eligibility / Set-Aside

This is a sole-source acquisition restricted to NATIONAL MACHINE CO. (CAGE 61817). A sources sought notice was posted on November 18, 2025, but no vendors responded. Efforts are underway to overcome barriers to competition for future acquisitions by requiring a Source Approval Request (SAR) package.

Action Items / Notes

This document is a justification, not a solicitation. Firms interested in the future solicitation (SPE4A726R0225) should contact the contracting office. A synopsis will be posted, and any firm requesting a solicitation copy will be provided one.