ELEMENT, COUPLING SHAFT
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 U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), under the Department of Homeland Security, is soliciting quotes for ELEMENT, COUPLING SHAFT (NSN: 3010 01-486-8877). This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity, seeking two units of the specified part. The USCG Surface Forces Logistics Center (SFLC) intends to award a Firm Fixed Price Purchase Order. Quotes are due by January 30, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires the provision of two (02) EA of ELEMENT, COUPLING SHAFT, specifically Part Number EG3321A005-ABS, manufactured by FLUID FILTRATION CORP. The item's National Stock Number (NSN) is 3010 01-486-8877. Detailed descriptive data for the RATO-S 3321 ELEMENT ASSEMBLY includes requirements for size, stiffness, build for commission number, preservation methods, and crating. No substitutions are authorized without prior approval from USCG SFLC Technical Experts.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price Purchase Order
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: January 30, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
- Published Date: January 9, 2026
- Required Delivery: By September 16, 2026. Vendors unable to meet this date must propose an alternative.
- Payment Terms: NET 30, in accordance with FAR 52.232-25 Prompt Payment. Invoicing must be processed electronically through the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) at https://www.ipp.gov.
Submission & Evaluation
Vendors must have an active registration in SAM.gov prior to award. Quotes should include the Vendor Name, Address, SAM.gov Unique Entity Identifier (UEI), Phone, and Email. The total cost must be inclusive of delivery and any freight charges, with shipping designated as FOB DESTINATION to zip code 21226. Packaging must comply with Military Packaging standards (e.g., MIL-STD-2073-1E) and include specific labeling.
Important Clauses & Contacts
Bidders must review the incorporated Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses, including those related to commercial items, SAM registration (FAR 52.204-7), inspection of supplies (FAR 52.246-2), and simplified acquisitions. The primary point of contact for inquiries is Daniel J. Nieves at daniel.j.nieves@uscg.mil or 410-762-6696. A technical point of contact, Jonathan Morris, is available at JONATHAN.T.MORRIS1@USCG.MIL or 571-614-4062. Deliveries are accepted Monday through Friday, 8 am to 3 pm.