Air Drier Parts Kit, NSN: NSN: 4440-01-54-3419

Other / Unclassified

This document is a "Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition" for the procurement of Air Drier Parts Kits (NSN: 4440-01-542-3419). The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support, Construction and Equipment (C&E) Supply Chain is the contracting activity.

This justification indicates that the upcoming solicitation for Air Drier Parts Kits will be conducted on an "other than full and open competition" basis, citing statutory authority 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1). The acquisition will be synopsized on SAM.gov and DLA's Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS). The document specifies the item description, National Stock Number (NSN), potential manufacturers/suppliers (Brighton Cromwell, LLC. or Haldex Brake Products Corporation), and part numbers. It also outlines the contract structure, including a base period and option periods, and provides redacted estimated dollar values. The DLA plans to include procurement notices to encourage offers of alternate products. Market research was conducted in April 2025.

Amendment / Modification

This document, "DFARS FAR Overhaul Class Deviations.pdf," appears to be an attachment (Attachment B) that reflects changes to DFARS (Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement) prescriptions, provisions, and clauses. It lists several specific DFARS clauses and provisions that have been updated or are being introduced, along with their respective dates and prescribing regulations. Key changes include:

• 252.204-7003 Control of government personnel work product: Updated clause.
• 252.204-7008 Compliance with safeguarding covered defense information controls: Updated provision.
• 252.204-7016 Covered Defense Telecommunications Equipment or Services—Representation: Updated provision.
• 252.204-7017 Prohibition on the Acquisition of Covered Defense Telecommunications Equipment or Services—Representation: Updated provision.
• 252.204-7018 Prohibition on the Acquisition of Covered Defense Telecommunications Equipment or Services: Updated clause.
• 252.240-7997 NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment Requirements: New clause with deviation (2026-00025), effective Feb 2026, detailing definitions for High and Medium Assessments and applicability to covered contractor information systems.
• 252.215-7992 Only One Offer: Deviation (2026-00048), effective Mar 2026, outlining requirements for submitting cost or pricing data when only one offer is received.
• 252.219-7996 Small Business Subcontracting Plan (DoD Contracts): Basic clause with deviation (2026-00037), effective Feb 2026, supplementing FAR 52.219-9 and detailing subcontracting plan requirements for DoD contracts.
• 252.244-7999 Subcontracts for Commercial Products or Commercial Services: Clause with deviation (2026-00015), effective Feb 2026, specifying terms for subcontracts involving commercial products or services.

This document directly impacts various DFARS clauses and provisions related to:

• Government personnel work product control.
• Safeguarding covered defense information and cyber incident reporting.
• Representation and prohibition regarding covered defense telecommunications equipment or services.
• NIST SP 800-171 DoD Assessment Requirements.
• Procedures for "Only One Offer" scenarios.
• Small Business Subcontracting Plans.
• Subcontracts for Commercial Products or Commercial Services.

Bidders should review these updated or new DFARS clauses and provisions to understand how they may affect proposal preparation, submission requirements, contract performance, and subcontracting obligations for this opportunity. Specifically, the NIST SP 800-171 assessment requirements and the "Only One Offer" provision warrant close attention.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation (SPE8E8-26-Q-0282) for Air Drier Parts Kits (NSN 4440-01-542-3419). The procurement is being conducted using procedures outlined in 41 U.S.C. 1901 and related FAR/DFARS supplements. It is being solicited on an unrestricted basis.

• The primary item is an Air Drier Parts Kit.

• Packaging and packing requirements are detailed, referencing DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements and MIL-STD-129.

• Specific technical and quality requirements are incorporated by reference.

• The contract will be a Simplified Indefinite-Delivery Contract (SIDC).

• It will be a fixed-price contract with an Economic Price Adjustment (EPA) clause.

• The contract term includes a two-year base term and three one-year option terms.

• The Annual Estimated Quantity (AEQ) is 6,284 KT, which is an estimate and not a guarantee.

• A guaranteed minimum dollar value of $46,143.06 is stated for the two-year base period.

• The maximum dollar value that may be ordered against this contract is $5,000,000.00.

• The contract will provide coverage for STOCK DLA Direct delivery orders for both CONUS and OCONUS depot locations.

• Proposals must be submitted via the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) at https://www.dibbs.bsm.dla.mil.

• Quotes must be valid for 120 days.

• Award will be made to the responsible offeror with the lowest price determined to be fair and reasonable.

• Evaluation will be based on Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA).

• The Total Evaluated Price will be calculated by multiplying the AEQ by the quoted unit price.

• The government intends to make awards without discussions, but reserves the right to conduct them if necessary.

• All prices must be submitted on an FOB Origin basis.

• Inspection and acceptance will be at Destination.

• This procurement is being solicited on an unrestricted basis.

• Large business concerns must submit a small business subcontracting plan.

• Offerors must be determined "responsible" in accordance with FAR Subpart 9.1.

• Two approved manufacturing sources of supply are listed: BRIGHTON CROMWELL LLC and HALDEX BRAKE PRODUCTS CORPORATION.

• Vendor Shipment Module (VSM) is a web-based system for submitting FDT shipment information; registration is not required to submit a quote.

• Economic Price Adjustment (EPA) will be based on Producer Price Index (PCU333994333994) for option years.

• Offerors must be capable of electronically accessing and receiving delivery orders and submitting invoices electronically.

• The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses 52.212-1, 52.212-3, and 52.212-5 by reference, with attachments.

Amendment / Modification

This document, "FAR Overhaul Deviations.pdf," serves as Attachment A and details changes to Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) prescriptions, provisions, and clauses. It introduces several deviations, all dated (FEB 2026) and identified with "DEVIATION 2026-00038". Key changes include:

• New/Revised Provisions and Clauses: Several FAR clauses and provisions have been inserted or replaced, including:
  • 52.204-7 System for Award Management—Registration
  • 52.204-10 Reporting Executive Compensation and First-Tier Subcontract Awards
  • 52.204-13 System for Award Management—Maintenance
  • 52.204-90 Offeror Identification
  • 52.209-5 Certification Regarding Responsibility Matters
  • 52.209-7 Information Regarding Responsibility Matters
  • 52.209-11 Representation by Corporations Regarding Delinquent Tax Liability or a Felony Conviction under any Federal Law
  • 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors—Commercial Products and Commercial Services
  • 52.212-2 Evaluation—Commercial Products and Commercial Services
  • 52.212-4 Terms and Conditions—Commercial Products and Commercial Services
  • 52.216-1 Type of Contract
  • 52.216-22 Indefinite Quantity
  • 52.229-12 Tax on Certain Foreign Procurements
  • 52.233-2 Service of Protest
  • 52.240-90 Security Prohibitions and Exclusions Representations and Certifications (replacing 52.204-17, 52.204-24, and 52.204-26)
  • 52.240-91 Security Prohibitions and Exclusions (replacing 52.204-18 Commercial and Government Entity Code Maintenance)
  • 52.243-1 Changes-Fixed-Price
  • 52.243-7 Notification of Changes
  • 52.248-1 Value Engineering

This document primarily affects sections related to Offeror Identification, System for Award Management (SAM) registration and maintenance, reporting requirements, responsibility matters, and specific prohibitions related to telecommunications, foreign entities (Sudan, Iran), and unmanned aircraft systems. It also introduces new definitions and procedural requirements for compliance and disclosure.

Bidders must pay close attention to the updated provisions and clauses, particularly those concerning Offeror Identification (including UEI and TIN), CAGE code requirements, and various representations and certifications related to foreign business practices, security, and prohibited technologies. The document outlines detailed requirements for disclosures and reporting if compliance cannot be met. Offerors must ensure their proposals and operations align with these revised FAR requirements.