NSN 1650-015035076, FLUID FILTER ELEMENT, WSDC: 05F, AIRCRAFT FILTER ELEMENT
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 has published a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition for the acquisition of Fluid Filter Elements (NSN 1650-015035076). This justification supports a sole source or limited competition approach for these aircraft filter elements, citing specific statutory authority and technical reasons. The proposed contract is a Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC) with a 5-year base period.
Scope of Work
This opportunity is for the acquisition of Fluid Filter Elements, NSN/PN 1650-015035076. The estimated annual demand is 1,560 units, with an additional estimated demand of 7,800 units. These are designated as high reliability parts where the probability of failure would be unacceptable.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC)
- Duration: 5-Year Base Period, no options
- Set-Aside: Not applicable (Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition)
- Published Date: April 28, 2026
- Acquisition Method: Under FAR Part 15
Justification for Limited Competition
The statutory authority cited is 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1), indicating the item is available from only one or limited sources. Specific reasons include:
- The part requires engineering source approval (AMSC C).
- The Government lacks sufficient, accurate, or legible data to purchase from other than the current source (AMSC H).
- The part is a high reliability item where engineering activity determined data to define and control reliability limits cannot be obtained (AMSC V).
- The cost to the Government to competitively acquire the part has been determined to exceed projected savings (AMSC U).
Efforts to Ensure Competition
Despite the current limited source justification, DLA Aviation has taken steps to promote future competition:
- A sources sought notice was posted on Contract Opportunities on October 30, 2025.
- Manufacturers and dealers of similar products will be solicited.
- The upcoming solicitation will include specific procurement notes to allow potential new sources to submit data for evaluation.
- The acquisition will be synopsized on or about November 4, 2025.
Approvals
The justification has been approved by the Contracting Officer, Competition Advocate, and Head of Contracting Activity, with an approval level not exceeding $150,000,000.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Tatjana Klemmer at tatjana.vaughan@dla.mil.