Procurement of Rubber Coated Material for use on MH-65E Aircraft
Overview
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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 US Coast Guard Aviation Logistics Center (ALC) is issuing a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ) for the Procurement of Rubber Coated Material (P/N ARC57242, NSN 1560-01-HS1-9569) for use on MH-65E Aircraft. This requirement is anticipated to be a sole source award to Aero Rubber Co Inc. due to the necessity of OEM traceability and flight safety. Quotes from responsible sources are invited and due by April 3, 2026, at 11:00 am EDT.
Scope of Work
This acquisition is for 15 yards of rubber coated material, with an option for the Government to increase the quantity by up to 15 additional yards, for a maximum of 30 yards. All parts must be newly manufactured commercial items, have clear traceability to the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), Aero Rubber Co Inc. (CAGE Code: 64665), and be approved in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) guidelines. No substitute or alternate parts will be considered; only new parts will be accepted. No drawings, specifications, or schematics are available from the agency.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm-Fixed Price Purchase Order (anticipated Sole Source)
- Set-Aside: Restricted / Sole Source (to Aero Rubber Co Inc.)
- NAICS: 336413 (Aircraft Manufacturing), Small Business Size Standard: 1,250 employees
- Option: FAR 52.217-6 Option for Increased Quantity applies, allowing the Government to unilaterally increase the quantity by up to 15 units within one year of award.
- Delivery: F.O.B. Destination, with a requested delivery date of April 10, 2026.
Evaluation Factors
Although anticipated as a sole source, quotes will be evaluated based on the Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable offer.
- Technical Acceptability: Offerors must provide new manufactured commercial items from the OEM (Aero Rubber Co Inc.) or an OEM-approved source, with exact part numbers and documented traceability. Parts must meet FAA guidelines and require a Certificate of Conformance (COC).
- Price: Prices will be evaluated for fairness and reasonableness.
Submission & Deadlines
- Quotes Due: April 3, 2026, at 11:00 am EDT.
- Submission Method: Email to Alex-Marie.B.Midgett@uscg.mil. The subject line must include "70Z03826QB0000074". Phone call quotes will not be accepted.
- Required Documents: Submit the "Requirements – 70Z03826QB0000074" Excel sheet with a completed unit price column. Offerors must also indicate their agreement or disagreement with FAR 52.217-6.