Turbine, Aircraft, Co
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 at Oklahoma City, OK, under the Department of Defense, has issued a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition for the sole source acquisition of Turbine, Aircraft, Components for the F-15 aircraft. This acquisition is for a maximum of 10 units, with the sole source identified as Honeywell International, Inc. The justification is based on statutory authority 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1), citing that it is uneconomical to reverse engineer the part. The acquisition is expected to be synopsized on or about December 31, 2025.
Purpose & Scope
This document justifies a sole source acquisition for specific aircraft turbine components, NSN/PN 1660-01-394-2481/571545-8-1, required for the F-15 aircraft. The purpose is to secure 10 each maximum of these critical components. A previous Sources Sought notice (FD20302402017) posted on SAM.gov on September 30, 2024, and closing on October 7, 2024, yielded no responses, reinforcing the need for a sole source approach.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price, Fixed Quantity
- Item: Turbine, Aircraft, Component (NSN/PN 1660-01-394-2481/571545-8-1)
- Quantity: 10 each maximum
- Estimated Value: To be determined
- Statutory Authority: 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) (procurement from only one or a limited number of sources)
Eligibility & Set-Aside
This acquisition is restricted to the only known source, Honeywell International, Inc. (CAGE 70210), due to the specialized nature of the components and the determination that it is uneconomical to reverse engineer the part (AMSC code "R"). There is no set-aside for competitive bidding.
Submission & Evaluation
Not applicable, as this is a justification for a sole source acquisition rather than a competitive solicitation.
Additional Notes
Efforts will be made to monitor the marketplace for potential alternative sources for future acquisitions. The acquisition is anticipated to be synopsized on or about December 31, 2025. For inquiries, contact Chrissy Turnage at christine.turnage@us.af.mil.