J85, EARING, BALL, ANNULAR; NSN 3110-00-825-4869; PN 327B622P1

Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition

This document justifies a sole source or limited competition acquisition for "J85, EARING, BALL, ANNULAR" (NSN/PN: 3110-00-825-4869/327B622P1) with an estimated quantity of 380 each. The acquisition is being conducted under FAR Part 12 and 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1), citing the availability of the required supplies/services from only one or a limited number of sources.

• The specific item being procured is "J85, EARING, BALL, ANNULAR".

• The vendor part number is 1903-S-103.

• The contract type is Firm-Fixed-Price, Fixed Quantity.

• The estimated value is not explicitly stated but is indicated by a placeholder.

• The document allows for potential options for increased quantity or contract term extension, with placeholders for estimated dollar values and durations.

• A Sources Sought notice was posted on SAM.gov on 05-Jun-2025, with a closing date of 13 JUN 2025. No sources replied.

• The acquisition is restricted to SKF USA INC. (CAGE 38443) as the only known source with the capability to furnish the required supplies/services.

• The justification cites that the part must be acquired from a manufacturing source specified on a source control drawing (drawing number 327B622, cage 99207), and that suitable technical data, government data rights, or manufacturing knowledge are not available to permit acquisition from other sources.

• Reverse engineering is not considered due to the criticality and complexity of the item.

• This justification is for other than full and open competition.

• The acquisition will be synopsized on or about 04-Aug-2025.

• AFLCMC/LPS engineering will continue to monitor the marketplace for source development and will continue to synopsize and rescreen the item for future acquisitions.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the procurement of "Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing." The government is procuring these items to support its operational needs.

• The primary item is a "BEARING, BALL, ANNULAR" with NSN 3110-00-825-4869 OK. This bearing supports the Axis D gear shaft and is described as a Steel Ball, Steel inner/outer ring, Copper Alloy Retainer.

• The item is "New Manufactured Material."

• Higher Level Contract Quality Requirements apply, requiring compliance with ISO 9001-2015.

• Unique Item Identification (UID) is required for the item.

• Packaging and container marking requirements are detailed, referencing MIL-STD-129 and MIL-STD-2073-1.

• Transportation data is provided, with F.O.B. Origin specified.

• The contract type is not explicitly stated, but the solicitation is issued as a Request for Proposal (RFP).

• The period of performance is not fully detailed, but delivery dates range from December 2025 through October 2026.

• FY26 funds apply to this requirement; no award can be made until FY26 funds are available.

• Offers will be received until September 18, 2025, at 3:00 PM.

• Proposals must be held firm for 120 calendar days.

• Early or partial delivery is acceptable at no additional cost to the Government.

• The solicitation is unrestricted and set aside for Small Business.

• NAICS code is 336412 with a size standard of 1,500 employees.

• This acquisition is unrestricted but also set aside for Small Business.

• The required quantity may change. Contractors should offer pricing for quantity ranges from 63 to 380 each, with the current required quantity being 253 each.

• Associated Document(s) include FD20302600020ADV.

• Inspection and Acceptance are at Origin.