Bell Crank

The contract pertains to the sole-source acquisition of 371 Support Bell Cranks, National Stock Number 3040-01-325-7874, from Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation, the original equipment manufacturer, to sustain operational readiness of H60 helicopters. The acquisition is justified under FAR 6.302-1 due to the unique engineering knowledge, proprietary design data, and manufacturing control exclusively held by Sikorsky, making it the only responsible source capable of producing form, fit, and functionally interchangeable parts. All items must meet engineering source approval standards using AMC/AMSC code C, ensuring technical compliance and airworthiness through certification by the cognizant government engineering activity. The contract type is Firm-Fixed Price, with an estimated value not to exceed $900,000, and pricing will be evaluated for reasonableness under FAR 15.4 without cost analysis unless necessary. Delivery is required to Columbus, Ohio, where DLA Weapons Support acts as the contracting activity and inspection and acceptance authority. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the DLA Internet Bid Board System by January 22, 2026, and alternate product submissions are permitted under DLAD Procurement Notes L04 and M06, though no viable alternatives have been identified. The award follows precedent from prior awards in 2025, with no requirement for small business set-asides or socioeconomic certifications, as the acquisition is based on sole-source justification. Payment will be processed through DLA Weapons Support in Columbus, OH, with no specified invoicing system or contract administration details beyond the designation of Monica L. Whiting as the contracting officer and William Melendez as the competition advocate.