Synopsis for Fiber Rope Assembly, Single Leg (NSN - 4020-01-579-7011)
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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) Troop Support has issued Solicitation #SPE8EG-26-Q-0002 for Fiber Rope Assembly, Single Leg (NSN 4020-01-579-7011). This is an Unrestricted, Firm-Fixed Price, Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. The procurement is based on an "Other Than Full and Open Competition" justification, identifying Cortland Industrial LLC as the only known, approved manufacturer. Quotes are due by March 23, 2026, at 3:00 PM EDT.
Scope of Work
This opportunity is for the procurement of Fiber Rope Assembly, Single Leg (NSN 4020-01-579-7011). The item is described as proprietary to Rix Industries (Cage Code: 28953, Part Number: 39-35318). However, a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (J&A) identifies Cortland Industrial LLC (CAGE: 6X552, Part Number: T318-30TT-BLACK) as the only known, approved manufacturer, forming the basis for this sole source acquisition. The annual estimated quantity is 400 units, with a maximum dollar value of $9,000,000.00.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Unrestricted, Firm-Fixed Price, Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ).
- Period of Performance: One (1)-year base period with four (4) one (1)-year option periods.
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted, with a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition citing sole source to Cortland Industrial LLC.
- Response Due: Monday, March 23, 2026, at 3:00 PM EDT.
- Solicitation Issued: February 18, 2026.
- Delivery: FOB Origin.
- Applicable Regulations: Buy American Act and Berry Amendment clauses apply. FAR Part 12, FAR subpart 13.5, and FAR Part 15 will be utilized.
Submission & Evaluation
Quotes must be submitted in accordance with the solicitation terms and conditions. The proposal evaluation criteria will be based on Price Only. For vendors offering alternate parts, a complete data package, including data for both the approved and alternate part, must be provided for evaluation by the Engineering Support Activity (ESA). DLAD Procurement Notes M06 and L04 provide instructions for alternate offers.
Additional Notes
Interested vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) at https://www.sam.gov. The solicitation and attachments are available on the DLA Bid Board System (DIBBS) website: https://www.dibbs.bsm.dla.mil/RFQ/RFQRec.aspx?sn=SPE8EG26Q0002. Contacts: Andrew C Rose (andrew.c.rose@dla.mil) and Tiffany McFadden (tiffany.mcfadden@dla.mil).