58--BAFFLE,ACOUSTIC,SON
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 awarded a Firm Fixed-Price contract for BAFFLE, ACOUSTIC, SON (NSN 5845-01-498-3103, P/N 1G05217H01). This was a sole source acquisition to NORTHROP GRUMMAN SYSTEMS CORPORATION for 22 units, justified under 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1).
Scope of Work
The contract is for the procurement of 22 EA of the specific item, "BAFFLE, ACOUSTIC, SON," identified by NSN 5845-01-498-3103 and P/N 1G05217H01.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Set-Aside: Sole Source (Justified to NORTHROP GRUMMAN SYSTEMS CORPORATION)
- Award Date: February 6, 2026 (based on J&A posting date)
- Value: Over $750,000 but not exceeding $15,000,000
- Place of Performance: Richmond, VA 23237, United States
Evaluation
This acquisition was justified as a sole source under 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1), citing availability from only one or a limited number of sources. Market research, including a Sources Sought notice posted on SAM.gov on May 13, 2025, identified only one unapproved source expressing interest. The OEM is unwilling to sell data rights, making reverse engineering cost-prohibitive. The anticipated cost to the Government was determined to be fair and reasonable.
Additional Notes
A synopsis for this requirement was posted to SAM.gov on March 18, 2025. The justification was approved by the Contracting Officer and Competition Advocate.