31- BEARING, BALL, DUPLEX

The Defense Logistics Agency, DLA Aviation, has issued a Justification and Approval notice regarding solicitation SPE4A625RX471 for the procurement of unmounted duplex ball bearings. Classified under NAICS code 332991 (Ball and Roller Bearing Manufacturing) and PSC 3110 (Bearings, Antifriction, Unmounted), this requirement is for National Stock Number 3110-00-157-6097. The agency anticipates awarding a commercial indefinite delivery contract under FAR 13.5 with a five-year base period of performance. The acquisition is focused on two approved sources: Industrial Tectonics Bearings (06144) and Kaydon Corporation (32828).

The subject item is a stocked, critical application item (CAI) subject to export control, configuration control, and covered defense information requirements. The estimated annual demand for the bearings is 234 units, with a minimum order quantity of 59 and a maximum of 234. Delivery is requested within 118 days after receipt of order, with terms set as FOB destination and inspection and acceptance at origin. The procurement strategy allows for the consideration of existing surplus or newly manufactured inventory from surplus dealers, small business dealers, and distributors who can provide adequate traceability documentation or completed surplus certificates.

The solicitation date is anticipated for February 12, 2025, with place of performance located in Richmond, Virginia. Final award decisions will be based on a combination of price, past performance, and other evaluation factors. Metadata associated with this notice includes a redacted Justification and Approval PDF attachment published on August 20, 2025. The primary point of contact for this requirement is Cassandra Blagmon.