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This is a non-commercial procurement for 1,417 units of a specific part (NSN 1H-2090-015856243-ST) with delivery FOB origin. The part requires engineering source approval from the design control activity, and only approved sources retain the necessary data rights, manufacturing knowledge, or technical data essential to maintaining quality. An alternate source must qualify in accordance with procedures approved by the cognizant Government engineering activity. Award will be made only if the offeror, product, or manufacturer meets the qualification requirements at the time of award, as per FAR clause 52.209-1. The Government is not using FAR Part 12 commercial item procedures for this solicitation.