SPE4A726R0146-Justicfication
Overview
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PSC
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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 (J&A) for the acquisition of a bracket assembly (NSN/PN 2995-00-234-0152). This justification outlines the intent to award a Firm Fixed-Price Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC) to Lord Corp. (CAGE 76005) on a sole-source basis. The estimated value of this 5-year requirement exceeds $900,000 but does not exceed $20,000,000.
Purpose of Justification
This document serves to justify the acquisition of the specified bracket assembly from a single source, citing statutory authority under 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) due to the item being available from only one or a limited number of sources.
Key Details
- Agency: Defense Logistics Agency (DLA Weapons Support - FAQE)
- Item: Bracket Assembly
- NSN/PN: 2995-00-234-0152
- Estimated Quantities: 80 each annually, 400 each over 5 years
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC)
- Period: 5-Year Base Period, No Options
- Sole Source: Lord Corp. (CAGE 76005)
- Place of Performance: Erie, PA, United States
Efforts to Promote Competition
DLA previously posted a sources sought notice on 10/31/25, which yielded no responses. The acquisition is expected to be synopsized on or about 11/07/25. The agency intends to include provisions in the solicitation, such as "Offers for Part Number Items" and "Evaluation of Offers for Part Numbered Items," to encourage and evaluate data submissions from potential new sources.
Basis for Sole Source
The justification states that the acquisition is restricted to the only known source capable of furnishing the required supplies. Technical data is not available and cannot be developed to permit full and open competition, reflecting the minimum needs of the Government. The item is designated with AMSC C (requiring engineering source approval) and AMSC Q (Government lacks adequate data/rights, and it's not economical to acquire them).
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Gladys Brown at gladys.brown@dla.mil or 4457374113.