HC-130J Avionics Repair Services
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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) Aviation Logistics Center (ALC) is seeking HC-130J Avionics Repair Services via a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ) for a Firm-Fixed Price (FFP), Indefinite-Delivery, Requirements Type contract. While this is an Unrestricted requirement, the agency anticipates a sole-source award to Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation due to proprietary data and specialized expertise. However, all responsible sources with the required capabilities are invited to submit quotations. Quotations are due July 15, 2026, at 12:00 PM EDT.
Scope of Work
This opportunity covers repair services for avionic components and accessories used on HC-130J aircraft. The contractor will provide all parts, labor, and materials to return components to an airworthy, Ready for Issue (RFI) condition, suitable for installation. Repairs must adhere to applicable technical directives or USCG-approved standards, including visual and technical inspections for corrosion. Specific requirements include maintaining an inventory of RFI components to support critical USCG missions.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm-Fixed Price (FFP), Indefinite-Delivery, Requirements Type Contract
- Duration: One (1) one-year base period and four (4) one-year option periods, not exceeding five (5) years total.
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted (anticipated sole-source to Northrop Grumman)
- NAICS: 488190 (Small Business Size Standard: $40,000,000)
- PSC: J016 - Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Aircraft Components And Accessories
- Quotations Due: July 15, 2026, 12:00 PM EDT
- Published: May 7, 2026
Evaluation
Award will be based on the Lowest-Priced, Technically Acceptable (LPTA) offer, considering fair and reasonable pricing and affirmative responsibility. Technical acceptability requires access to applicable technical directives and airworthiness certification. Offerors must be an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) or an OEM Authorized Repair Center, maintain a Quality Assurance System, and provide Airworthiness Certification (e.g., FAA 8130) for all repaired items. A Certificate of Conformance (COC) is also required.
Additional Notes
The Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (J&A) states that Northrop Grumman is the only source with the proprietary data and expertise for these services, and market research yielded no other capable responses. Failure to secure these services could jeopardize USCG missions. No drawings, specifications, or schematics are available from the agency. Wage Determinations for Houston County, GA, are included.