MH-65 FITTINGS
Overview
Buyer
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Original Source
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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 Aviation Logistics Center (ALC) is issuing a Request for Quotation (RFQ), Solicitation Number 70Z03826QB0000068, for MH-65 FITTINGS. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items, anticipated to result in a firm-fixed price purchase order. While designated as an 8(a) Sole Source requirement, the agency anticipates awarding to Airbus Helicopters, Inc. due to the specialized nature of the parts and the critical need for OEM traceability and FAA approval for aircrew safety. However, all responsible sources with the expertise and capabilities to provide these items are invited to submit offers. Quotes are due by March 26, 2026, at 9:00 AM EDT.
Scope of Work
This acquisition seeks specific fittings for MH-65 helicopters. Key items include:
- Item 1: NSN 4030-01-HS2-2783, Part Number 366A25-1350-27, FITTING (20 EA), with a requested delivery by August 17, 2026.
- Item 2: NSN 1680-01-HS2-2657, Part Number 366A25-1350-81, FITTING (18 EA), with a requested delivery by October 30, 2026. An option for an increased quantity applies to Line Item 2, allowing the Government to purchase up to an additional eighteen (18) units, for a maximum total of thirty-six (36), by December 31, 2026.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ)
- Anticipated Award: Firm-Fixed Price Purchase Order
- Set-Aside: 8(a) Sole Source (FAR 19.8)
- NAICS Code: 336413 (Aircraft Manufacturing), Small Business Size Standard: 1,250 employees
- Authority: Justified under "Only One Source Is Available" and "Brand Name" criteria, citing FAR 12.102(a) and FAR Class Deviation 25-21 Rev. 1.
- Delivery: F.O.B. Destination is requested; F.O.B. Origin offers must include estimated shipping costs.
Eligibility & Requirements
- OEM Traceability: All parts must have clear, complete, documented, and auditable traceability to the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), Airbus Helicopters Inc. (Cage Code: 3GSZ1).
- Quality & Safety: Parts must be FAA approved to ensure aircrew safety. Only airworthy commercial specifications or standard military specifications/parts will be accepted.
- New Parts Only: Only newly manufactured commercial items will be procured. NO SUBSTITUTE OR ALTERNATE PARTS WILL BE CONSIDERED.
- Certification: Sources must provide a Certificate of Conformance (COC) in accordance with Federal Aviation Regulation, Part 21, and FAR clause 52.246-15.
- Drawings/Specifications: No drawings, specifications, or schematics are available from the agency.
Submission Details
- Quotes Due: March 26, 2026, at 9:00 AM EDT.
- Submission Method: Email quotes and questions to Selmary.MelendezGonzalez3@uscg.mil.
- Subject Line: Indicate solicitation 70Z03826QB0000068.
- Note: Phone call quotes will not be accepted. Bidders must indicate agreement or disagreement with the "Option for Increased Quantity Clause, 52.217-6".