Purchase of ENG PLG KT, CN235

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document contains the Terms and Conditions for Solicitation 70Z03826QL0000101. It outlines the contract terms and conditions applicable to any order awarded as a result of this solicitation, superseding all other terms and conditions.

• Offerors must submit signed and dated offers including the solicitation number, offeror's name, address, telephone number, Unique Entity Identifier (UEI), and Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) indicator.

• Offers must include information necessary for evaluation, responses to provisions requiring completion, and a statement of agreement with all terms and conditions.

• A Certificate of Conformance (COC) is required for all items provided, to be submitted in the format specified in FAR clause 52.246-15.

• Delivery is required within forty-five (45) days after receipt of order (ARO), with early and partial deliveries being desired and accepted.

• Offerors must indicate whether they will accept the inclusion of FAR clause 52.217-6.

• Offerors agree to hold prices firm for 60 calendar days from the offer receipt date, unless otherwise specified.

• Offers must be submitted by the exact time specified in the solicitation.

• Late submissions will generally not be considered, except under specific emergency circumstances.

• The Government intends to award a contract without discussions, meaning the initial offer should contain the best terms.

• Award will be made to the lowest priced, technically acceptable offeror representing the best value to the Government.

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

• It is anticipated that a purchase order will be awarded on a sole source basis to ENG PLG KT, CN235.

• However, all responsible sources may submit a capability statement or quotation, which will be considered.

• The document includes numerous FAR and HSAR clauses, including those related to security prohibitions and exclusions (e.g., concerning Iran, Sudan, covered telecommunications equipment), sustainable products, fast payment procedures, and certifications.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a "Special Notice of Intent to Award to Sole Source" which also serves as the only solicitation (RFQ) for commercial items. It is for an "ENG PLG KT, CN235" for the U.S. Coast Guard Aircraft HC-144. The government anticipates awarding a firm-fixed price Purchase Order on a sole source basis to Sesame Technologies Inc. (Cage Code 0P9C7).

• The specific item required is an "ENG PLG KT, CN235" with NSN 1680-01-HS3-6798 and Part Number S031000.

• Quantity: 2 units.

• All items must have clear traceability to the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), Sesame Technologies Inc. (Cage Code 0P9C7).

• Vendors must provide documentation showing they are an authorized distributor.

• A Certificate of Conformance (COC) is required, submitted in the format specified by FAR clause 52.246-15.

• No drawings, specifications, or schematics are available from the USCG.

• Contract Type: Firm-fixed price Purchase Order.

• Period of Performance: Not explicitly stated, but the response date implies the award will occur around March 2026.

• Estimated Value: Not stated.

• This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotations are being requested, and a written solicitation will not be issued.

• Response Date: March 30, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time.

• Email quotations are preferred and should be sent to heather.r.schmelter2@uscg.mil.

• The subject line of the email must include the solicitation number: 70Z03826QL0000101.

• Shipping terms accepted: F.O.B. Destination or F.O.B. Origin only. Terms like Ex Works (EXW), DAP, or FCA will not be accepted.

• Evaluation criteria: Not explicitly detailed, but the sole source nature and traceability requirements are key.

• This is a sole source solicitation intended for Sesame Technologies Inc.

• NAICS Code: 336413.

• Small Business Size Standard: 1250 employees.

• The solicitation number is 70Z03826QL0000101.

• Attachments referenced for additional information include: 1) Terms and Conditions, 2) J&A Redacted, and 3) Solicitation.

Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition

This document justifies a "Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition" for the initial procurement of 2 EA ENG PLG KT, CN235 P/N S031000 NSN 1680-01-HS3-6798 HC-144 aircraft parts. These parts are intended for placement in ALC Ready-For-Issue Inventory for future requirements and installation on a USCG Aircraft.

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

• Only One Source Is Available (e.g., urgency, exclusive licensing agreements, or industrial mobilization).

• SESAME TECHNOLOGIES INC, 3718 RIVER ROAD WASHINGTON, NC 27889 (UEI: 0P9C7).

The service is procurable from the original equipment manufacturer, Sesame Technologies. The OEM owns the rights to the technical data, specifications, and drawings required to manufacture the parts. These parts are procurable only from the OEM or an approved distributor.

• Market Research was conducted.
• Comparison of proposed price with prices found reasonable on previous purchases.
• Current Price List.
• Comparison with similar items in a related industry.
• Comparison to IGCE.
• Contracting Officer's Personal Knowledge (to be explained).
• Other (to be explained).