Repair Searchlight Control
Overview
Buyer
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PSC
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Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
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) Aviation Logistics Center (ALC), under the Department of Homeland Security, has issued a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ) No. 70Z03826QJ0000063 for the repair of Searchlight Control components used on H-60/MH-60T aircraft. This is an unrestricted requirement, though the agency anticipates a sole source award to the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), Grimes Aerospace Company, or an OEM-authorized facility. Quotations are due by March 6, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall perform comprehensive test, evaluation, and repair services to return non-Ready For Issue (RFI) Searchlight Control components (NSN: 6220-01-HS2-7070, Part Number: 45-0441-4-2) to RFI condition, adhering strictly to OEM functional performance specifications. This includes:
- Test and evaluation within 15 calendar days of receipt.
- Repair within 30 calendar days of receipt, including inspection, correction of deficiencies, replacement of missing/broken parts, and removal of foreign matter/corrosion.
- Disassembly and inspection for corrosion, following OEM specifications and FAA Advisory Circular AC 43-4B.
- Responsibility for obtaining all required repair specifications, test/acceptance criteria, and OEM Component Maintenance Manuals (CMMs).
- Use of serviceable parts and replacement parts meeting manufacturer's specifications with OEM traceability.
- Handling of Beyond Economical Repair (BER) components per USCG instructions.
Contract Details & Requirements
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price Purchase Order.
- NAICS: 488190 (Other Support Activities for Air Transportation), Small Business Size Standard: $40 million.
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted. However, the agency anticipates a sole source award to Grimes Aerospace Company (OEM) due to proprietary technical data and specialized repair capabilities, as detailed in the Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition. Concerns that are OEM authorized are invited to submit offers.
- Place of Performance: Contractor's facility.
- Quality Assurance: Contractors must be certified and maintain a quality system compliant with ISO 9001-2000 or equivalent. A Certificate of Conformance (COC) per FAR 52.246-15 is required for all repaired components, signed by an authorized official with traceability.
- Wage Determination: Applicable for Ohio (Champaign, Darke, Logan, Preble, Shelby counties).
Submission & Timeline
- Quotations Due: March 6, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.
- Anticipated Award Date: On or about March 9, 2026.
- Submission Instructions: Email quotations to Cindy.K.Harmes@uscg.mil and MRR-PROCUREMENT@uscg.mil. The subject line must include 70Z03826QJ0000063.
- Required Attachments: Pricing must be provided on Attachment 1 – Schedule-70Z03826QJ0000063. Offerors must also review Attachment 2 (SOW), Attachment 3 (Terms and Conditions), Attachment 4 (Redacted JOFOC), and Attachment 5 (Wage Determination).
Evaluation
All responsible sources may submit a quotation for consideration. Evaluation factors are outlined in Attachment 3 (FAR 52.212-2). The agency's intent to award sole source to the OEM implies a strong emphasis on demonstrated capability to meet OEM specifications and technical data requirements.