Redacted Justification and Approval W58RGZ26D0041
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 Department of the Army has issued a Justification and Approval (J&A) for the procurement of Connecting Link, RIG (NSN-3040-01-287-2438), part number 70400-08151-061, for UH-60 helicopters. This will be a single-award, Firm-Fixed Price (FFP), five-year Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Spares contract, conducted on an "other than full and open competition" basis. The justification stems from the item's classification as an aviation Critical Safety Item (CSI) and the limited number of approved sources. The projected award date is January 31, 2025.
Scope of Work
The contractor will be responsible for furnishing all services, facilities, labor, parts, materials, equipment, tools, and data required to provide the spares for the Connecting Link, Rig. Due to its CSI designation, any failure could lead to catastrophic consequences, including loss of aircraft, severe damage, personal injury, or loss of life. Consequently, only sources approved by the Systems Readiness Directorate (SRD) are authorized to perform this work.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP), Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Spares contract.
- Duration: Five years.
- Set-Aside: Not applicable; this procurement is conducted under "other than full and open competition" due to specific authorities (10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(5) and FAR 6.302-5(a)(2)(i)).
- Estimated Value: Specific figures are redacted, but a Subcontracting Plan is required as the acquisition exceeds the $750K threshold.
- Projected Award: January 31, 2025.
Submission & Evaluation
This notice is a justification for a non-competitive acquisition. The only approved sources identified are PCX AeroSystems – Manchester and Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation, with Sikorsky having stated no intent to bid. A Sources Sought announcement was previously publicized on SAM.gov. The acquisition will be synopsized on SAM.gov upon approval of the J&A. The solicitation will include FAR 52.209-1, Qualification Requirements, advising that awards can only be made to sources approved at the time of award. PCX AeroSystems has conveyed its intention to bid.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Brenda Nelson (brenda.nelson.civ@army.mil, 520-674-8588)
- Secondary Contact: Edward A. Peterson (edward.a.peterson4.civ@army.mil, 520-674-8710)