“NSN 5315-01-537-4652, PIN,BLADE,SOLID, WSDC: 40A, HELICOPTER, BLACKHAWK, UH-60A, UH-60L, HH/UH-60M, UH-60V.”
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 acquisition of a "PIN, BLADE, SOLID" (NSN 5315-01-537-4652), specifically for Blackhawk helicopters (UH-60A, UH-60L, HH/UH-60M, UH-60V). This is a sole-source procurement from Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation (CAGE 78286), justified under 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1).
Scope of Work
The requirement is for 472 units of the specified PIN, BLADE, SOLID. This critical component is essential for the maintenance and operation of the Blackhawk helicopter fleet.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: FIRM FIXED PRICE
- Acquisition Type: Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (Sole Source)
- Statutory Authority: 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) (Supplies/services available from only one or limited sources)
- Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but the justification approval level is "not exceeding $900,000."
- Place of Performance: Richmond, VA
- Set-Aside: Not applicable (Sole Source)
Justification for Sole Source
Efforts to promote competition included posting a Sources Sought notice on beta.SAM.gov on December 10, 2025, which yielded no interested parties. Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation is identified as the only known source capable of providing the required supplies. The Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) is unwilling to sell data rights, making the development of a technical data package for full and open competition cost-prohibitive due to the necessity of reverse engineering. The available technical data reflects the minimum needs of the Government and cannot be developed to permit full and open competition.
Submission & Evaluation
A synopsis was posted to FBO, and a letter solicitation will be used. While this is a sole-source justification, other manufacturers interested in future opportunities are encouraged to submit source approval packages. This justification supports a proposed contract award against a Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA).
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Samuel Kogi (Samuel.Kogi@dla.mil, 445-737-9377)
- Secondary Contact: Nakeesha Mitchell Palmore (Nakeesha.Palmore@dla.mil, 4457374342)