Repair of Interface Unit, Data
Overview
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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 U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), through its Aviation Logistics Center (ALC), is seeking repair services for Interface Unit, Data (P/N: 207475-201, NSN: 7025-01-472-7742), which are critical components for HC-130J aircraft. This is an Unrestricted requirement, issued as a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ). While an award is anticipated on a sole-source basis to Kaman Measuring and Memory, LLC (the OEM), all responsible sources are invited to submit quotations for consideration. The deadline for submissions is May 15, 2026, at 12:00 PM EDT.
Scope of Work
The contractor will perform repair services on the specified Data Interface Units to maintain an inventory of "Ready for Issue" (RFI) components. All repairs must adhere to applicable technical directives or USCG-approved standards, ensuring components are returned in an airworthy condition suitable for HC-130J aircraft, complete with required certification and documentation (e.g., FAA 8130). The initial quantity required is five (5) units, with an option for the USCG to increase the quantity by an additional five (5) units (totaling ten) within 365 days of award, at the same unit price.
Contract Details
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ) for a Firm-Fixed Price purchase order.
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted.
- NAICS: 488190 (Small Business Size Standard: $40,000,000.00).
- Product Service Code: J016 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Aircraft Components And Accessories).
- Anticipated Award: Sole source to Kaman Measuring and Memory, LLC (CAGE: 15W50) is justified due to their OEM status and exclusive possession of necessary technical data and specifications. However, other responsible sources may submit quotations.
- Response Due: May 15, 2026, 12:00 PM EDT.
- Anticipated Award Date: On or about June 1, 2026.
Evaluation Criteria
Quotations will be evaluated based on fair and reasonable pricing and technical acceptability. If multiple responsible sources submit offers, the award will be made on a Lowest Priced, Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis. Technical acceptability requires bidders to demonstrate access to applicable technical directives, proof of ability to update technical data, and provide airworthiness certification (e.g., FAA 8130) for repaired items. Contractors must be OEM Certified Repair Facilities for the components.
Submission Requirements
Interested parties must submit quotations via email to Shavon.M.Smith@uscg.mil and D05-SMB-LRS-Procurement@uscg.mil. The RFQ number (70Z03826QH0000059) must be indicated in the subject line. Bidders are required to complete Attachment 3 (Pricing Schedule), acknowledge acceptance of FAR 52.217-6 (Option for Increased Quantity), and ensure compliance with Attachment 5 (Wage Determination for Capitol CT) regarding minimum wage rates and fringe benefits.