Valve Assembly
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 at Ogden, UT has published a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (J&A) for the procurement of 6 B-2 Brake Metering Valve Assemblies (NSN/PN: 4820-01-389-4712). This acquisition is restricted to a sole source due to proprietary engineering data, with an estimated value not exceeding $900,000. The J&A was published on April 29, 2026.
Scope of Work
- Procurement of 6 units of the B-2 Brake Metering Valve.
Contract Details
- Type: Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition
- Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but below $900,000.
- Published: April 29, 2026
Eligibility / Set-Aside
This acquisition is restricted to a sole source due to proprietary engineering data. Eaton owns the manufacturing data, and Thomas Instrument has been licensed to use it. Eaton has refused to sell the technical data, and the 417th does not possess the necessary engineering functions to reverse engineer it. Efforts to obtain data rights from Eaton have been unsuccessful.
Additional Notes
- The justification cites 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) as the statutory authority for other than full and open competition.
- A sources sought notice was previously posted, but results indicated that only Eaton has the capability to supply the required item.
- The government will continue to explore initiatives to foster competition for future acquisitions of this item.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Michelle L Parker, michelle.parker.2@us.af.mil, 385-519-8190