Purchase of Spring

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation (Request for Quotation - RFQ) for commercial items, specifically a "Purchase Spring for 144 Casa Aircraft." It constitutes the only solicitation, and no separate written solicitation will be issued. The government anticipates awarding a firm-fixed-price purchase order on a competitive basis.

• Item: Spring

• National Stock Number (NSN): 1610-01-329-5196

• Part Number (P/N): 792229-1 (Manufacturer CAGE Code: 73030)

• Quantity: 70 each

• Traceability: All items must have clear traceability to the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), Hamilton Sundstrand Corporation (Cage Code 73030). Documentation showing the vendor is a Hamilton authorized distributor is required. Traceability must be clear, complete, documented, and auditable.

• Certificate of Conformance (COC): The contractor must furnish a COC in accordance with FAR clause 52.246-15, submitted in the format specified in the clause.

• Drawings/Specifications: None are available from the USCG.

• Contract Type: Firm-fixed-price purchase order anticipated.

• Period of Performance: Not explicitly stated, but implied by the response date.

• Estimated Value: Not stated.

• Submission Method: Email quotations are preferred.

• Submission Email: heather.r.schmelter2@uscg.mil

• Subject Line: Must include solicitation number 70Z03826QL0000120.

• Shipping Terms: Only F.O.B. Destination or F.O.B Origin will be accepted. EXW or Incoterms 2020 (including DAP and FCA) will not be accepted.

• Key Deadlines: Receipt of offers is due by 15 May 2026 at 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time.

• NAICS Code: 336413

• Small Business Size Standard: 1250 employees.

• Set-Aside: This is an unrestricted requirement. All responsible sources may submit a quotation.

• Vendors should carefully review the solicitation's attachments for additional information and requirements, including applicable clauses and instructions to offerors.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines the terms and conditions for a solicitation, likely for commercial products and services. It establishes the framework for how offers will be evaluated and awarded.

• Submission of Offers: Offers must be signed, dated, and submitted by the specified deadline, including solicitation number, offeror information (name, address, UEI, EFT indicator), information for evaluation factors, completed representations and certifications, and a statement of agreement with terms.

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

• Late Submissions: Late offers will generally not be considered unless received before award and acceptance would not unduly delay the acquisition. Late modifications making terms more favorable to the Government may be considered.

• Delivery/Lead Time: The contractor must indicate days after receipt of order (ARO) for delivery. The USCG requires delivery within 90 days ARO, but early/partial deliveries are desired.

• Quality Assurance: Applicable to orders touching USCG aircraft. Requires immediate notification of any defects, malfunctions, or non-airworthy conditions. Contractor's quality control manual must address risk management, testing, and counterfeit parts.

• Packaging Instructions: Materials must be packed and labeled for shipment (land, air, or sea) and cannot include popcorn, shredded paper, or Styrofoam. Each part individually packed, with specific labeling requirements for bulk packages. Internal packing must prevent damage.

• Shipping Instructions: Items to be shipped to USCG Aviation Logistics Center, Elizabeth City, NC. Purchase Order Number to be determined.

• Inspection and Acceptance: Performed at destination by local USCG personnel.

• Certificate of Conformance (COC): Required for all items, including specific details like NSN, Part Number, Serial Number, and PO Number.

• Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the lowest priced, technically acceptable offeror representing the best value. Technical acceptability is evaluated for new manufactured commercial items.

• Specific Item: The document lists one item: "Spring", Part Number "792229-1", NSN "01-389-4270", Manufacturer CAGE Code "73030", Quantity "70 Each".

• Price: Offerors must provide pricing as requested, including any discounts. Quotations will be evaluated for fairness and reasonableness.

• Evaluation Method: Offers will be evaluated based on "lowest priced, technically acceptable" criteria.

• Technical Acceptability: Evaluated as "acceptable" or "unacceptable" based on the ability to provide new manufactured commercial items.

• Price: Evaluated for fairness and reasonableness.

• Award: Award will be made to the best value offeror.

• The document references "Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside" and "Small Business Subcontracting Plan" clauses, indicating potential set-aside requirements.

• This document incorporates numerous FAR and HSAR clauses by reference, covering areas such as ethics, cybersecurity, small business, labor standards, and trade agreements. Offerors must review these incorporated clauses.

• Specific clauses related to "Prohibition on Contracting with Inverted Domestic Corporations" and "Terms and Conditions—Commercial Products and Commercial Services" are checked, indicating their applicability.