Purchase of Actuators, Gear Boxes, and Ball Screw Spares
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), specifically the Aviation Logistics Center (ALC), is conducting a Sources Sought market research effort to identify potential sources for factory new parts for various cockpit control panel spares to be used on HC-130J aircraft. This includes items such as actuators, gear boxes, and ball screw spares. Responses are due by May 20, 2026, at 12:00 PM EDT.
Scope of Work
The USCG seeks to identify firms capable of providing specific components detailed in "Attachment 1 – List of Components – 70Z03826IH0000027." This attachment lists National Stock Numbers (NSN), Part Numbers, and quantities for items including:
- NSN 1680-01-497-7142, Part Number 8656M2 (7 EA)
- NSN 1680-01-483-3223, Part Number 8681 (6 EA)
- NSN 1680-01-004-2086, Part Number 8445M1 (1 EA)
- NSN 1680-01-324-8158, Part Number 8446M1 (1 EA)
- NSN 1620-00-617-9123, Part Number 8348M1 (3 EA)
- NSN 1680-01-257-2445, Part Number 8521 (2 EA)
- NSN 1680-00-789-9345, Part Number 7088-1A (3 EA)
- NSN 1680-01-222-2551, Part Number 8546M1 (4 EA)
- NSN 1620-01-263-6733, Part Number 8430M4 (4 EA) Respondents should indicate if they are the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) or an authorized distributor, and address subcontracting possibilities, quantity discounts, estimated lead times, and acceptable payment terms.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought Notice (Market Research)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: May 20, 2026, at 12:00 PM EDT
- Published: May 6, 2026
Evaluation
This is for information and planning purposes only. Responses will assist the USCG in determining possible sources and market capabilities. The USCG will acknowledge receipt and may provide feedback. This notice does not obligate the Government to award a contract.
Additional Notes
This is not a request for proposals or quotes. A future solicitation announcement will be published on SAM.gov if the USCG proceeds with an acquisition. Responses to this Sources Sought notice are not considered adequate responses to any future solicitation. Interested parties must respond to any subsequent solicitation separately. Email responses are preferred, sent to Kiley.E.Brown2@uscg.mil and D05-SMB-LRS-Procurement@uscg.mil, with "70Z03826IH0000027" in the subject line.