Redacted Justification & Approval (J&A)

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Background The Defense Logistics Agency — Land Warren (DLA-WRN) is proposing to award a new firm-fixed-price indefinite delivery indefinite quantity five-year long-term contract to Oshkosh Defense LLC. This contract is aimed at acquiring steering gears for the Heavy Expanded Mobility Tactical Truck (HEMTT), which is essential for the operational capabilities of the U.S. Army. The justification for this contract is based on the need for a specific part that is critical to vehicle functionality and safety. Work Details The deliverables under this contract include the National Stock Number (NSN) 2530-01-707-2474, part number 4439941, Steering Gear. The contract specifies a minimum quantity of 90 units and a maximum quantity of 3,908 units over a five-year period. The steering gear is integral to the HEMTT, facilitating the transfer of input motion from the steering wheel to the vehicle's axles. The acquisition method code indicates that this item will be acquired directly from the manufacturer, Oshkosh Defense LLC, as they possess exclusive rights and data necessary for its production. It has been determined that reverse engineering this part would be uneconomical due to high costs associated with developing a competitive Technical Data Package (TDP). Place of Performance The products will be delivered to locations as designated by the Defense Logistics Agency.