NSN 2995-001573636, END PLATE ASSEMBLY, WSDC: 17N, AIRCRAFT, HAWKEYE E-2C
Overview
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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 an End Plate Assembly (NSN 2995-001573636) for Aircraft, Hawkeye E-2C. This acquisition is restricted to Lord Corporation (CAGE 76005) as the only known source.
Purpose & Scope
This document justifies a sole-source acquisition for the "End plate assembly" (NSN/PN: 2995-001573636). The part requires engineering source approval by the design control activity (AMSC C), and the Government does not possess adequate data or rights to data to acquire it economically from other sources (AMSC Q).
Contract Details
The anticipated contract type is a Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC) with a 5-year base period and no options. The estimated value of this acquisition is over $900,000 but not exceeding $20,000,000.
Eligibility & Competition
This acquisition is restricted to Lord Corporation (CAGE 76005) under the statutory authority of 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1), which permits acquisition from only one or a limited number of sources. A Sources Sought notice was posted on October 29, 2025, but yielded no responses from other contractors. Despite the sole-source justification, DLA Aviation is committed to overcoming barriers to competition. The upcoming solicitation will include specific procurement notes to allow potential new sources to submit data for evaluation and approval.
Timeline & Contact
- Published Date: February 19, 2026
- Synopsis Planned: On or about November 3, 2025
- Primary Contact: Tatjana Klemmer (tatjana.vaughan@dla.mil)