Various Spare Parts for the MH65E Helicopter
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 U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) Aviation Logistics Center (ALC) is soliciting proposals for various new spare parts for the MH65E Helicopter. This is an unrestricted Request for Quotation (RFQ), anticipating multiple Firm Fixed-Price Indefinite Delivery Requirements (IDR) contracts. Proposals are due May 28, 2026, at 3:30 pm EDT.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the provision of new, FAA-approved, airworthy commercial or standard military specification spare parts for the MH65E Helicopter. Offerors must furnish a Certificate of Conformance (CoC) in accordance with FAR clause 52.246-15 and provide full traceability to the manufacturer or an authorized distributor. Traceability must demonstrate a clear, auditable paper trail with a maximum of two exchanges prior to USCG delivery. Alternate parts are authorized if approved under the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) catalog system, satisfy all form, fit, and function requirements, and receive prior approval from SRR Engineering. No substitute parts will be considered.
Contract & Timeline
- Solicitation Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ)
- Contract Type: Multiple Firm Fixed-Price Indefinite Delivery Requirements (IDR) Contracts
- Period of Performance: One (1) base year and four (4) one-year option periods, totaling five (5) years.
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted
- NAICS Code: 336413 (Aircraft Manufacturing)
- Small Business Size Standard: 1,250 employees
- Product Service Code (PSC): 4930 (Lubrication And Fuel Dispensing Equipment)
- Proposal Due Date: May 28, 2026, 3:30 pm EDT
- Published Date: April 29, 2026 (latest amendment)
Evaluation & Award
Award will be based on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) process. Technical acceptability requires the provision of new manufactured commercial items approved by the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) or an OEM-authorized distributor, along with a Certificate of Conformance (CoC) and OEM traceability. Past performance, including quality, delivery schedules, contractual compliance, and customer satisfaction, will also be assessed. Price will be evaluated for fairness and reasonableness. The government reserves the right to make multiple awards, considering an assumed $500 administrative cost per contract, or no award.
Submission & Contact
Quotes and questions must be submitted via email to Livia.M.Pippen@uscg.mil. The subject line must include "Solicitation 70Z03826RB0000009". Prospective vendors can provide proposals for any number of line items.
Important Notes
The solicitation has been amended multiple times, with Amendment 5 extending the offer due date. Amendment 3 added CLIN 4187, and Amendment 2 corrected CLINs 0096 and 0346 in the Schedule of Supplies. No drawings, specifications, or schematics are available from this agency. Quality and safety of flight are paramount for all procurements.