Repair Elevator Equipped RH for U.S. Coast Guard Aircraft HC-144

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines the terms and conditions for Solicitation 70Z03826QL0000115. It is anticipated that a purchase order will be awarded on a sole source basis to Airbus DS Military Aircraft, Inc. However, all responsible sources may submit a capability statement or quotation.

• The primary item appears to be an "Elevator Equipped RH" with Part Number 35-32001-0009, National Stock Number 1560-33-001-9887, manufactured by CAGE Code 0117B, with a quantity of 2 each.

• Repair of these parts must be accomplished in accordance with the latest revision of the OEM Component Maintenance Manual (CMM) and Statement of Work (SOW).

• Vendors, except the OEM or a Production Approval Holder (PAH), repairing/overhauling/modifying Coast Guard aircraft components must be FAA 145 certified and perform at least 50% of the work at their FAA-certified facility.

• Vendors must meet stated capability requirements to be considered.

• The contract type is not explicitly stated, but it is anticipated to be a purchase order.

• The period of performance is not detailed in this section.

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

• Minimum submission requirements include solicitation number, offeror name/address/phone, UEI, EFT indicator, information for evaluation factors, completed representations/certifications, and a statement of agreement with terms.

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

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

• Technical Acceptability requires proof of current FAA certification, or OEM, or Air Force approval to provide the specified services.

• Delivery is required within ninety (90) days after receipt of order (ARO), though early and partial deliveries are desired and accepted.

• The solicitation is anticipated to be awarded on a sole source basis to Airbus DS Military Aircraft, Inc.

• However, all responsible sources may submit a capability statement or quotation.

• Specific requirements for FAA 145 certification and facility location apply to vendors performing repair/overhaul/modification of Coast Guard aircraft components.

• The document includes numerous FAR and HSAR clauses, including those related to security prohibitions, sustainable products, fast payment procedures, and prohibitions on certain foreign entities and technologies.

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

• Shipping instructions and inspection/acceptance criteria are detailed.

Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition

This document outlines the justification for procuring commercial products and services at or below the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT) using other than full and open competition, as per FAR 12.102(a) and FAR Class Deviation 25-21 Rev. 1 for FAR Part 12.

Initial procurement to repair 2 EA ELEVATOR RH P/N 35-32001-0009 NSN 1560-33-001-9887 HC-144 aircraft parts. These parts will be placed in ALC Ready-For-Issue Inventory for future requirements and installation on a USCG Aircraft.

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

• Brand Name: Items peculiar to one manufacturer.

• AIRBUS DS MILITARY AIRCRAFT

• Address: 8100 AIRBUS MILITARY DRIVE MOBILE, AL 36608

• Unique Entity Identifier (UEI): 0DAF1

This service is procurable from the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) Airbus. Procedures and data are protected under the OEM's proprietary rights. 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.

• Purchase Request or Requisition Number: 6112-CB01

• Last Updated: 03/03/2026

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This SOW establishes services for the inspection, repair, and restoration of the HC-144 Elevator, P/N 35-32001-0009 (RH) to an airworthy condition. This is required because organic repair capabilities are insufficient for the demands of scheduled PDM inspections, which frequently reveal corrosion and fatigue damage.

• Perform a complete inspection and necessary repairs on the RH Elevator.

• Replace applicable Ribs and perform Elevator Reinforcement of the Rear Spar as per specified Airbus manuals and service bulletins.

• Provide facilities, manpower, tooling, special equipment, hardware, hazmat, and materials for the repair.

• Address any additional damage or corrosion discovered during the repair process.

• Include additional protections as cited in "Marinization" Drawing 35-94453-00.

• Complete and document specified mid-life inspections on the AIRBUS Work Card.

• Apply primer protections as per specified manual.

• Document all bonding jumper tests.

• Preserve all cavities and internal structure as per specified manual.

• Install all bonding jumpers/wires as per USCG publication.

• The period of performance is not explicitly stated but is implied to be the duration required to complete the repairs and return the Elevator to airworthy condition.

• The work will be performed by ADSMA in Mobile, AL, with a cost breakdown to be provided for ALC, Elizabeth City, NC.

• A detailed proposal including estimated cost (engineering, labor, materials), estimated completion time, repair process description, expected disassembly level, special tooling/support equipment, and hardware/hazmat requirements.

• Detailed drawings and diagrams of the work performed.

• Cost breakdown for engineering, labor, and materials.

• Documented bonding jumper tests.

• Properly documented repair work via FAA 8130-3 or COC, including NDI deposition reports.

CWO Lance Godfrey, lance.l.godfrey@uscg.mil, telephone 252 335-7308.