Procurement of Signal Proc's, Receiver/Transmitters and Antenna-Pedestals.
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 United States Coast Guard (USCG), under the Department of Homeland Security, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice to identify potential sources for the procurement of Signal Processors, Receiver/Transmitters, and Antenna-Pedestals. These components are required for the USCG's eighteen (18) HC-144 Maritime Patrol Aircraft. This is not a solicitation, and responses are due by February 6, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The USCG Aviation Logistics Center seeks commercially available products in Factory New (NE) condition with full traceability to the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), Telephonics Corporation. The components are:
- SIGNAL PROC (MINO) (NSN: 5841-01-HS3-2806, Part: 737-3000-004)
- RECEIVER/TRANSMITTER (NSN: 5836-01-HS1-9298, Part: 737-4000-001 or -002)
- ANTENNA-PEDESTAL (NSN: 5985-01-HS1-9891, Part: 737-5000-002 or -0002)
These parts are critical for HC-144 aircraft operating in challenging, salt-laden environments.
Requirements for Respondents
Potential offerors MUST be ASA-100 certified or in compliance with other quality systems listed in FAA Advisory Circular 00-56B. Responses should include:
- Company name, address, telephone, and point of contact.
- Details on company quality systems and documentation for OEM traceability.
- Complete product details, brochures, lead-time, and warranty terms.
- Business size and socio-economic status (small, emergent, disadvantaged, 8(a), hub zone, woman-owned, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned).
- Information on GSA schedule listings, other government/civilian users, and subcontracting possibilities.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified (for market research)
- Response Due: February 6, 2026, 4:00 PM EST
- Published: January 22, 2026
Additional Notes
This notice is for planning purposes only and does not obligate the Government to award a contract. Responses will be treated as informational and will assist the USCG in making appropriate acquisition decisions. A separate solicitation announcement will be published if the USCG decides to proceed with an acquisition.