Purchase HC-27J Leonardo Technical Publications for U.S. Coast Guard Aircraft
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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PSC
Set Aside
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 (USCG) Aviation Logistics Center (ALC) is soliciting quotations for the purchase of current versions of HC-27J Leonardo Technical Publications for USCG aircraft. This is a restricted requirement anticipated to be awarded on a sole source basis to Leonardo Spa, but all responsible sources are invited to submit quotations. The acquisition is for commercial items under FAR subpart 12.201. Quotations are due by February 2, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide updated electronic versions of specific HC-27J OEM Technical Publications, including maintenance manuals and an Illustrated Parts Catalog (IPC). Key deliverables include:
- Current electronic versions of numerous listed HC-27J technical publications (e.g., 1C-27J-01, 1C-27J-1, 46C16-1).
- Page changes for a period of one (1) year after initial delivery.
- Inclusion of "change bars" for all modifications made to the publications since 2022.
- All items must have clear traceability to the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), Leonardo Spa (Cage Code A1512).
- A Certificate of Conformance (COC) IAW FAR clause 52.246-15 is required.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Request for Quotation - RFQ)
- Solicitation Number: 70Z03826QW0000027
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price Purchase Order (anticipated)
- NAICS Code: 541511 (Small Business Size Standard: $34 Million)
- Set-Aside: Restricted requirement; anticipated sole source to Leonardo Spa, but open to all responsible sources.
- Delivery: Six (6) months after receipt of Purchase Order (ARO); early and partial deliveries are desired.
- Period for Acceptance: 60 calendar days from offer receipt date.
- Quotations Due: February 2, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
- Published Date: January 27, 2026.
- Place of Performance: Elizabeth City, NC 27909 (receiving location).
Evaluation
Award will be made to the lowest priced, technically acceptable offeror representing the best value. Technical acceptability will be evaluated based on the ability to provide new manufactured commercial items. The Contracting Officer will determine fair and reasonable pricing.
Additional Notes
This acquisition is justified as a sole source to Leonardo Spa due to their exclusive ownership of rights to the unique C-27J technical data, making it uneconomical to acquire from other sources. However, the agency will consider quotations from all responsible sources. No drawings, specifications, or schematics are available from the USCG. Only quotations with shipping terms of F.O.B. Destination or F.O.B Origin will be accepted. Email quotations are preferred and should be sent to Allison.T.Meads@uscg.mil with the solicitation number in the subject line.