Purchase Cable for U.S. Coast Guard Aircraft HC-144

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines the terms and conditions for Solicitation 70Z03826QL0000155. It is anticipated that a purchase order will be awarded on a sole source basis to General Electric Company. However, all responsible sources are invited to submit a capability statement or quotation.

• The solicitation is for commercial products and services.

• A specific item is listed: Nomenclature: Cable, Part Number: 6039T34P01, National Stock Number: 6150-01-324-5982, Manufacturer CAGE Code: 99207, Quantity: 1 each.

• A Certificate of Conformance (COC) is required for all items.

• Packaging must be suitable for shipment via land, air, or sea, and must not include popcorn, shredded paper, Styrofoam, or peanut packaging. Individual items must be packed separately and labeled with specific information.

• Preservation and protection are required to prevent corrosion, deterioration, or decay during warehouse storage for one year.

• The period for acceptance of offers is 60 calendar days from the date specified for receipt of offers.

• Delivery is required within ninety (90) days after receipt of order (ARO). Early and/or partial deliveries are desired and will be accepted.

• F.O.B. Destination is the F.O.B. point for all deliverables.

• Offers must be submitted to the office specified in the solicitation at or before the exact time specified.

• Minimum offer requirements include: solicitation number, offeror's name/address/phone, UEI, information for evaluation, responses to required provisions, and a statement of agreement with terms.

• Evaluation will be based on the lowest priced, technically acceptable offer representing the best value to the Government.

• Technical Acceptability will be evaluated to determine an overall rating of "acceptable" or "unacceptable" based on the ability to provide new manufactured commercial items.

• The Government intends to award without discussions, so initial offers should contain the best terms.

• While anticipated as sole source to General Electric Company, all responsible sources may submit a capability statement or quotation.

• The document incorporates numerous FAR and HSAR clauses by reference, including those related to security, prohibitions, sustainable products, fast payment procedures, and certifications.

• Offerors must check SAM for FASCSA orders and other relevant lists.

• Specific clauses address prohibitions on covered telecommunications equipment, Kaspersky Lab-covered articles, and unmanned aircraft systems.

• Invoicing instructions are provided, including the requirement for "FAST PAY" on invoices.

• The USCG Aviation Logistics Center is the shipping destination.

Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition

This document justifies a sole-source procurement for commercial products and services at or below the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT). The procurement is for one CABLE, P/N 6039T34P01, NSN 6150-01-324-5982, HC-144 aircraft part. This item will be placed in the ALC Ready-For-Issue Inventory for future requirements and installation on a USCG Aircraft.

• Authority: Restricting Competition FAR 12.102(a), FAR Class Deviation 25-21 Rev. 1 for FAR Part 12.

• Justification Type: Only One Source Is Available.

• Rationale: The part is procurable from the original equipment manufacturer (OEM), General Electric Co (CAGE Code 99207). Procedures and data are protected under the OEM's proprietary rights. The OEM owns the rights to the technical data, specifications, and drawings required to manufacture the parts, making them procurable only from the OEM or an approved distributor.

• Name: GENERAL ELECTRIC CO

• Address: 1000 WESTERN AVENUE, LYNN, MA 01905

• UEI/CAGE Code: 99207

• Market Research was conducted.

• The method used to determine fair and reasonable pricing is Market Research.