15--DUCT,BLEED AIR
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 issued a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition for the upcoming acquisition of DUCT, BLEED AIR (NSN/PN: 1560-00-780-5718). This document explains the rationale for pursuing a sole source or limited competition approach for an estimated 40 units, citing specific manufacturing and engineering requirements.
Purpose & Scope
This document outlines the rationale for acquiring "DUCT, BLEED AIR" on a limited competition basis, rather than through full and open competition. The requirement is for approximately 40 Each (EAQ) units of NSN/PN 1560-00-780-5718. The justification is based on statutory authority 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1), indicating the item is available from only one or a limited number of sources.
Justification for Limited Competition
The primary reasons for limiting competition include:
- Source Control: The item is designated AMSC B, requiring acquisition from a manufacturing source specified on a source control drawing.
- Engineering Approval: It is also designated AMSC C, necessitating engineering source approval by the design control activity.
- Market Research: A sources sought notice/RFI posted on January 8, 2026, yielded no vendor responses, indicating a lack of market interest or capability for full competition.
- Technical Data: Technical data is not available and cannot be developed to permit full and open competition, with existing data reflecting minimum government needs.
Contract Details
- Type: Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC)
- Duration: 5-year base period with no options.
- Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but subject to approval levels based on dollar thresholds.
- Set-Aside: Not applicable; justified for sole source/limited competition.
Efforts to Enhance Future Competition
To foster future competition, vendors are encouraged to submit a Source Approval Request (SAR) package. Procurement Note L22 will be included in the solicitation to guide this process.
Approvals & Contact
The justification has undergone review and approval by the Contracting Officer, Competition Advocate, and Head of Contracting Activity, with approval levels contingent on the acquisition value. Primary Contact: Noraida Maldonado-Otero, Noraida.Maldonado-Otero@dla.mil, 445-737-8711.