SPE4A726R0223 - 5342 - COUPLING, CLAMP, GROOVED / WSIC F
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 is issuing a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition for the procurement of COUPLING, CLAMP, GROOVED (NSN 5342-003169231 / PN 2703-150, ST7M176-150L, 52241AB150, VR1025-150). This acquisition is justified under 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1), indicating that only one or a limited number of sources are available. The contract will be a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC) with a 5-year base period.
Scope of Work
The primary item being procured is COUPLING, CLAMP, GROOVED. The acquisition is for a quantity of 354 * 5 units, with an estimated value of $1770. The justification states that technical data is not available to permit full and open competition, and the available data reflects the minimum needs of the Government.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC)
- Duration: 5-year base period, with no option periods explicitly stated, but may include an option for increased quantity or to extend the term.
- Estimated Value: $1770
- Published Date: May 11, 2026
- Synopsizing: The acquisition is expected to be synopsized on or about December 4, 2025.
Eligibility / Set-Aside
This acquisition is restricted to the only source(s) of supply known to have the capability of furnishing the required supplies. Market research, including a Sources Sought notice posted on November 21, 2025 (which yielded no responses), identified the following potential sources:
- VOSS INDUSTRIES, LLC (CAGE 14242)
- PCX INC (CAGE 32DV7)
- AAR (CAGE 1Y249)
- APEX PINNACLE (CAGE 0REY5)
Evaluation
The estimated cost will be determined to be fair and reasonable based on price comparison with historical prices, cost analysis, or catalog/list prices. Certified cost and data will be requested from the selected source(s).
Additional Notes
This justification supports a limited competition acquisition under FAR Part 15, due to the unavailability of technical data for full and open competition.