1630-14-540-7867 - LINK,ANCHOR,BRAKE S
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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 issued a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition for the procurement of LINK, ANCHOR, BRAKE S (NSN/PN: 1630-145407867/A36514). This acquisition is for 2,793 units, with an estimated value between $900,000 and $20,000,000. The justification identifies MESSIER BUGATTI SA as the sole manufacturer.
Purpose & Rationale
This justification is issued under the authority of 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1), which permits acquisitions without full and open competition when only one responsible source can provide the required supplies or services. The item is a commercial/no-developmental/off-the-shelf (AMSC Z) part, and MESSIER BUGATTI SA (CAGE: F6137) is the manufacturer. Technical data is not available to permit full and open competition, and the existing data reflects the minimum needs of the Government.
Item Details & Scope
The requirement is for 2,793 units of LINK, ANCHOR, BRAKE S, which falls under the Aircraft Wheel And Brake Systems (PSC 1630). The procurement aims to secure these critical components from the identified sole source.
Market Research & Competition Efforts
- A Sources Sought notice was posted on November 17, 2025, but no vendors responded, indicating a lack of alternative sources.
- The acquisition will be synopsized on or about December 18, 2025, to allow any interested manufacturers to submit Source Approval Request (SAR) packages for future consideration.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: FFP - LARGE BUY RFP (Firm Fixed-Price)
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source Justification)
- Published Date: March 19, 2026
- The contract may include options for increased quantity or to extend the term.
Approvals
The justification has been approved by both the Contracting Officer and the Competition Advocate, confirming compliance for acquisitions within the specified value range.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Calvin Peterson at calvin.peterson@dla.mil or 804-659-8838.