DOOR, ACCESS, AIRCRAFT; NSN 1560-01-305-4761
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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 at Oklahoma City, OK has issued a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (JOFOC) for the sole-source acquisition of Aircraft Door Access (NSN 1560-01-305-4761). This decision, approved on December 23, 2025, explains the intent to procure two units from Northrop Grumman System Corporation due to their unique capability and the uneconomical nature of reverse engineering.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for two (2) units of Aircraft Door Access, specifically NSN/PN: 1560-01-305-4761FW/DAA3131D555-001. This component falls under the product service code 1560 (Airframe Structural Components).
Contract Details
- Type: Firm-Fixed-Price, Fixed Quantity.
- Estimated Value: Not to exceed $900,000.
- Set-Aside: Restricted to a sole source.
- Contracting Office: DLA Aviation at Oklahoma City, OK.
Justification for Sole Source
This acquisition is justified under FAR Part 15 and 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1), citing that the item is available from only one source.
- A Sources Sought notice posted on SAM.gov from July 17-24, 2024, received no replies.
- Northrop Grumman System Corporation (CAGE 78JW8) is identified as the only vendor possessing the necessary data, parts, expertise, tools, facility, test equipment, software, and processes.
- Efforts to acquire data use rights from Northrop Grumman have been unsuccessful.
- The Acquisition Method Suffix Code (AMSC) of 4P indicates it is uneconomical to reverse engineer the part.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Micah Miller at micah.miller.5@us.af.mil.