Purchase of Restraint Sys. Pilot

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation (Request for Quotation - RFQ) for commercial items, prepared in accordance with FAR subpart 12.201. It announces that quotations are being requested, and a written solicitation will not be issued separately. The government intends to award a firm-fixed price Purchase Order on a sole source basis to Pacific Scientific Co.

• The primary item is "Restraint Sys. Pilot" (NSN:1680-01-HS2-3846, P/N: 0108904-55, OEM CAGE Code: 1B1H6).

• The initial order is for four (4) units.

• The USCG may require up to four (4) additional items (totaling eight (8) items) within 365 days after the initial award date, at the same price.

• Items must have clear traceability to the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), Pacific Scientific Co (Cage Code 1B1H6).

• Documentation must be provided showing the vendor is an authorized distributor.

• A Certificate of Conformance (COC) is required, per 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: Up to 365 days after initial award for optional quantities.

• Estimated value: Not specified.

• Quotations are due by 3 April 2026 at 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time.

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

• The solicitation number (70Z03826QL0000106) must be included in the subject line.

• Shipping terms must be F.O.B. Destination or F.O.B Origin. Ex Works (EXW) or Incoterms 2020 (including DAP and FCA) will not be accepted.

• NAICS Code: 336413.

• Small business size standard: 1250 employees.

• This solicitation is identified as sole source.

• The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are effective as of November 28, 2025.

• Optional quantity modifications will be issued unilaterally to the contractor.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition for commercial products and services at or below the SAT, in accordance with FAR 12.102(a) and FAR Class Deviation 25-21 Rev. 1 for FAR Part 12. It outlines the rationale for restricting competition for a specific purchase.

• Purchase Request/Requisition Number: 6070-CH03
• Estimated Total Value: $42,400.00
• Authority: Restricting Competition FAR 12.102(a), FAR Class Deviation 25-21 Rev. 1 for FAR Part 12
• Justification Type: Only One Source Is Available.
• Brief Description of Supplies/Services: Purchase of Restraint Sys. Pilot (NSN: 1680-01-HS2-3846, P/N: 0108904-55, Qty: 4 ea.) for the HC-144 aircraft, used during Product Depot Maintenance (PDM).
• Suggested Source: Pacific Scientific Company, 11700 NW 102nd Road Suite 6, Medley, Florida, 33178-1029, United States (CAGE Code: 1B1H6).
• Rationale: Pacific Scientific Company is the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and owns all rights to the technical data and specifications. Acquiring these rights from the OEM is uneconomical, and the parts are only procurable from the OEM or an approved distributor.
• Fair and Reasonable Price Determination Methods: Market Research was conducted.

This document explains why a sole-source procurement is being pursued for specific aircraft parts. Bidders who can provide these parts or similar solutions may find this information relevant to understanding the market and potential future opportunities, although this specific procurement is restricted.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines the terms and conditions applicable to orders awarded under solicitation 70Z03826QL0000106. It specifies that these terms and conditions supersede all others and acceptance of an order constitutes acceptance of these terms.

• The solicitation includes FAR clauses and deviations related to commercial products and services.

• Specific provisions cover instructions to offerors, evaluation criteria, and contract award.

• Offerors must provide specific information in their offers, including solicitation number, offeror details, UEI, and a statement of agreement with terms.

• Delivery is required to Elizabeth City, NC, within 90 days ARO, though early/partial deliveries are desired.

• A Certificate of Conformance (COC) is required for all items.

• Offers must be held firm for 60 calendar days from the receipt date.

• Delivery is F.O.B. Destination.

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

• Evaluation will be based on lowest priced, technically acceptable offer representing the best value.

• Technical acceptability will be evaluated on the ability to provide new manufactured commercial items.

• Award will be made without discussions, but the government reserves the right to conduct them.

• Not explicitly detailed in this section, but various small business and other set-aside provisions are listed as incorporated by reference.

• Numerous FAR and HSAR clauses are incorporated by reference, including those related to security prohibitions, foreign entity restrictions (Sudan, Iran), and prohibitions on certain telecommunications equipment and unmanned aircraft systems.

• Specific clauses address quality assurance, packaging, shipping, invoicing, and payment procedures.