Purchase of Bolt for the HC-144 Aircraft
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 U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) Aviation Logistics Center (ALC) has issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the procurement of 500 bolts specifically for the HC-144 aircraft. This is a firm-fixed-price requirement for commercial items. Quotations are due by February 4, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide the following hardware:
- Nomenclature: Bolt
- NSN: 5325-33-001-2545
- Part Number: CA18112-1TS
- Quantity: 500 EA
All items must have clear, documented traceability to the Howmet manufacturing facility, Fairchild Fasteners Europe (Cage Code D0680). A Certificate of Conformance (COC) in accordance with FAR 52.246-15 is required. Note that the USCG will not provide drawings, specifications, or schematics for this requirement.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm-Fixed-Price Purchase Order
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted
- Delivery: 45 days after receipt of order (ARO); early/partial deliveries are accepted.
- Shipping Terms: F.O.B. Destination or F.O.B. Origin only (Incoterms/EXW are not accepted).
- Response Due: February 4, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
Evaluation
Award will be made to the lowest priced, technically acceptable (LPTA) offeror. Technical acceptability is defined as the ability to provide new, manufactured commercial items that meet the OEM part number and traceability requirements. While the agency anticipates a sole-source award to Howmet Global Fastening Systems Inc. (Cage Code 06950), all responsible sources may submit a quotation for consideration.
Additional Notes
Quotations should be submitted via email to Stephanie.O.Reams@uscg.mil with the solicitation number 70Z03826QL0000063 in the subject line. Offers must remain valid for 60 calendar days.