Spreader bar for use on MH-65
Overview
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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 US Coast Guard Aviation Logistics Center (ALC) is soliciting quotations for a Spreader Bar (PN 6P-0128-4) for use on MH-65 aircraft. This is an unrestricted requirement, evaluated using a Trade-Off Method. Bidders must demonstrate clear traceability to the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), Oregon Aero, Inc., and ensure FAA approval and a Certificate of Conformance. Quotes are due April 6, 2026, at 1:00 pm EDT.
Scope of Work
This combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ 70Z03826QB0000080) seeks to procure 10 units of the Spreader Bar (NSN 1730-01-HS2-7577, Part Number 6P-0128-4) with an option for an additional 10 units. All parts must have clear traceability to Oregon Aero, Inc. (Cage Code 0WY76) and be approved in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) guidelines to ensure flight safety. Newly manufactured commercial items require a Certificate of Conformance (COC). No drawings, specifications, or schematics are available from the agency.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm-Fixed Price Purchase Order (RFQ)
- NAICS: 336413 (Aircraft Manufacturing), Small Business Size Standard: 1,250 employees
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted
- Response Due: April 6, 2026, 1:00 pm EDT
- Published: March 31, 2026
- Delivery: F.O.B. Destination, requested by May 15, 2026
- Option: The Government may increase the quantity by up to 10 units (total 20) within one calendar year of award, per FAR 52.217-6.
Evaluation
Award will be made on a Trade-Off basis (FAR 12), where non-price factors combined are more important than price. Evaluation factors, in descending order of importance, are:
- Technical Acceptability: Sound, compliant approach.
- Past Performance: Demonstrated record of relevant performance (quality, delivery, compliance, customer satisfaction).
- Delivery: Ability to meet requested delivery requirements.
- Price: Evaluated based on pricing in the "Requirements" spreadsheet.
Submission Details
Quotes and questions must be submitted via email to Alex-Marie.B.Midgett@uscg.mil. The subject line must indicate solicitation 70Z03826QB0000080. Phone call quotes will not be accepted. Offers must hold prices firm for 60 calendar days.