“NSN 5315-01-537-4652, PIN,BLADE,SOLID, WSDC: 40A, HELICOPTER, UH-60A, UH-60L, UH-60V.”
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 procurement of PIN, BLADE, SOLID (NSN 5315-01-537-4652) for UH-60A, UH-60L, and UH-60V helicopters. This acquisition is justified due to the item being available from only a limited number of approved sources. The estimated value is not to exceed $750,000.
Purpose & Scope
This document justifies a sole source or limited competition acquisition for approximately 311 units of the "PIN, BLADE, SOLID" (NSN/PN: 5315-015374652, 70103-08108-041). The justification is made under FAR Part 15 and 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1), citing that the item is available from only one or a limited number of sources. Technical data is not available, and reverse engineering is deemed cost-prohibitive, preventing full and open competition.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
- Estimated Value: Not to exceed $750,000 (for Contracting Officer's approval level)
- Period of Performance: May include options for increased quantity or to extend the term, exercisable in increments.
- Anticipated Award Vehicle: Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA)
- Place of Performance: Richmond, VA
Eligibility / Set-Aside
This is a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition. The acquisition is restricted to approved sources, specifically Sikorsky Aircraft Corp (CAGE 78286) and Air Industries Machining Corp.
Submission & Evaluation
A Sources Sought notice was posted on beta.SAM.gov on June 11, 2025, which yielded only one expression of interest. A synopsis was also posted to FBO. While the OEM (Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation) is unwilling to sell data rights, other manufacturers interested in becoming approved sources may request a solicitation copy and submit source approval packages for evaluation.
Contacts
- Primary: Samuel Kogi (Samuel.Kogi@dla.mil, 4457379377)
- Secondary: Nakeesha Mitchell Palmore (Nakeesha.Palmore@dla.mil, 4457374342)