Purchase of DUCT ASSY, BLEED AIR
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 US Coast Guard (USCG) is soliciting quotations for the purchase of two (2) DUCT ASSY, BLEED AIR (Part Number: 1512126-101, NSN: 1660-01-606-0551). This is an unrestricted requirement, and a firm-fixed price purchase order is anticipated. Quotations are due by March 10, 2026, at 12:00 PM Eastern Time.
Scope of Work
This Request for Quotation (RFQ) seeks two (2) new, approved DUCT ASSY, BLEED AIR units. All items must have clear traceability to the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), specifically LOCKHEED MARTIN CORP (98897) or SENIOR OPERATIONS LLC (98769). A Certificate of Conformance (COC) is required in accordance with FAR clause 52.246-15. The USCG also has an option, per FAR 52.217-6, to increase the quantity by three (3) additional units, for a maximum of five (5) total, at the same unit price for up to 365 days post-award. No drawings, specifications, or schematics are available from the agency.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ) leading to a Firm-Fixed Price Purchase Order.
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted.
- NAICS Code: 336413 (Aircraft Air Conditioning, Heating, And Pressurizing Equipment).
- Small Business Size Standard: 1,250 employees.
- Response Due: March 10, 2026, 12:00 PM ET.
- Anticipated Award Date: On or about March 17, 2026.
- Published Date: March 6, 2026.
Evaluation
Award will be made to the lowest priced, technically acceptable offeror. Technical acceptability is based on the ability to provide new manufactured commercial items from the specified Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs). The evaluation process will consider the lowest priced offer first; if not technically acceptable, the next lowest priced offer will be evaluated. Quotations will also be assessed for fairness and reasonableness. Offerors must include quantity price discounts and prompt payment discounts.
Submission Requirements & Additional Notes
- Quotations must be submitted via email to jacqueline.d.blowe@uscg.mil or D05-SMB-LRS-Procurement@uscg.mil. The solicitation number 70Z03826QH0000048 must be indicated in the subject line.
- Attachment 1 - "TERMS AND CONDITIONS" details applicable clauses, instructions, and evaluation criteria.
- Attachment 2 - "SCHEDULE" is a pricing worksheet where bidders must fill in unit prices and lead-time days ARO. This attachment also confirms the option for increased quantity.
- Required documentation includes a Certificate of Airworthiness or Equivalent, Certificate of Conformance, and potentially PMA documentation.
- F.O.B. Destination is required, with prices including all customs, duties, taxes, and shipping charges to the USCG Aviation Logistics Center, Elizabeth City, NC.
- The period for acceptance of offers is 120 calendar days.