NSN 2835-005966476, LEAD ASSEMBLY, WSDC: 96N, LM-2500
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 is issuing a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition for the acquisition of Lead Assembly, NSN 2835-005966476. This action is based on the statutory authority of 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1), indicating that the item is available from only one or a limited number of sources. The acquisition is restricted to Unison Industries LLC (CAGE 59501).
Scope of Work
This requirement is for a Lead Assembly with NSN/PN 2835-005966476. The Estimated Annual Demand (EAD) for this item is 40 each, with a total EAD of 400 each over the contract period.
Contract Details
- Type: Anticipated Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC)
- Duration: 5-Year Base Period with no options
- Estimated Value: Approved for over $900,000 but not exceeding $20,000,000
- Published Date: March 17, 2026
- Set-Aside: Restricted to Unison Industries LLC as the sole source.
Justification & Competition Efforts
This justification is for a sole source acquisition under 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1). Technical data is not available and cannot be developed to permit full and open competition. Efforts to improve DoD competition included posting a sources sought notice/RFI on October 30, 2025, which identified Jamaica Bearings Groups as a dealer for the approved source. The Government is taking actions to overcome barriers to competition, including posting a pre-solicitation synopsis and allowing potential new sources to submit data with the solicitation.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Tatjana Klemmer at tatjana.vaughan@dla.mil.