Drive Unit, Turret R
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 at Philadelphia, PA, under the Department of Defense, has issued an Award Notice for the acquisition of a "DRIVE UNIT, TURRET R" (NSN: 1680 01-693-5163, P/N: 284A5021-26). This acquisition is justified as a sole-source award due to the item's critical application and the manufacturer's proprietary data.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the procurement of two units of the "DRIVE UNIT, TURRET R" (NSN: 1680 016935163, P/N: 284A5021-26) to be used as spares. The item is classified under Product Service Code 1680 (Miscellaneous Aircraft Accessories And Components).
Contract Details
- Type: Sole-Source Award (Justification for Other Than Full & Open Competition)
- Statutory Authority: 10 USC 3204(A)(1) and FAR 6.302-1
- Period of Performance: Expected to end on April 14, 2026
- Estimated Value: Redacted
- Set-Aside: Not applicable (sole-source justification)
- Published Date: January 27, 2026
Justification & Eligibility
The justification for a sole-source award to BOEING (81205) is based on the item being a Critical Application Item (CAI). The government does not possess sufficient rights to technical information (drawings, specifications, test equipment/procedures) required to support a full and open competitive solicitation. Market research, including a synopsis posted on March 28, 2025, did not yield any additional qualified sources. There is no previous Justification & Approval (J&A) or award history for this specific item.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Daniel MacDonald at daniel.macdonald@dla.mil or 215-737-3766.