CH-53K Program O-Level Bag Group E

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0001) to Solicitation N6833526R10250001 makes the following changes:

• Corrects SLIN 0007AA Part Number and NSN: The Part Number is now 4158AS0575-1 and the NSN is 4720-01-694-2889. The previous Part Number was 4158AS1240-1 and NSN 4920-LL-W76-A987.

• Corrects SLIN 0013AB Delivery, Inspection, and Acceptance Information: Updates are made to the delivery, inspection, and acceptance details for this SLIN.

• Provides Clarification: Addresses a vendor question regarding discrepancies in part numbers for Item 0007 and 0007AA, clarifying that SLIN 0007AA Part Number and NSN are the same as CLIN 0007, SLIN 0007AB, and SLIN 0007AC.

• Adds Delivery Information for SLIN 0013AB: Specifies delivery to NAVAIR WARFARE CTR AIRCRAFT DIV, with delivery expected 200 Calendar Days from the Date of Award.

• Modifies Delivery Information for SLIN 0013AB: Changes the FOB Point from Origin (Shipping Point) to Destination and the Payment Method from Government to Contractor.

• Deletes Delivery Information for SLIN 0013AB: Removes the Ship To address for PROTOTYPE INTEGR. FACILITY (PIF).

• Section A - Solicitation/Contract Form

• Section B - Supplies or Services & Prices or Costs (CLIN/SLIN 0007AA)

• Section E - Inspection and Acceptance (CLIN/SLIN 0013AB)

• Section F - Deliveries or Performance (CLIN/SLIN 0013AB)

No changes to proposal deadlines or submission requirements are explicitly stated in this amendment. Offerors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a Request for Proposal (RFP) for a Firm-Fixed Price contract for the production and delivery of Peculiar Support Equipment (PSE) for the CH-53K Aircraft, supporting both Domestic and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) platforms. The PSE includes various slings, maintenance stands, fixtures, and carts, which are critical for O-Level maintenance operations on the CH-53K Aircraft and are needed for initial outfitting of CH-53K squadrons.

• Production and delivery of Peculiar Support Equipment (PSE) as listed in Section B.

• All end items must be manufactured in accordance with Government-furnished technical data packages (TDPs) referenced in Attachment 3.

• Items require DoD unique identification or a DoD recognized unique identification equivalent, as per DFARS 252.211-7003.

• Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2 is required at the time of contract award. Offerors must obtain access to Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) drawing packages and demonstrate compliance with safeguarding requirements.

• Technical data package contains CUI.

• AS9100D Certification is required at the time of award and throughout contract performance.

• Export Controlled drawings are involved; certified DD Form 2345 is required to obtain them.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: Not explicitly stated, but delivery is 200 calendar days from the date of award or option exercise.

• Estimated Value: Not stated.

• Proposals must be submitted electronically via email to Juan Carlos Belmonte by the date and time specified in Block 9 of the SF 33.

• The proposal must be subdivided into three volumes: Technical, Past Performance, and Price.

• Evaluation will be based on Technical (Acceptable/Unacceptable) and Past Performance (Acceptable/Unacceptable), with the lowest evaluated price among acceptable proposals being the determining factor.

• Past performance will be evaluated based on recency, relevancy, and quality/timeliness.

• Price will be evaluated for completeness, consistency, understanding of requirements, and balance.

• Key deadlines: Proposal submission by 04:00 PM local time on 29 Apr 2026.

• This solicitation is a 100% Small Business set-aside.

• Drawings are considered Export Controlled.

• FMS SLINs have an assigned Transportation Account Code (TAC) with a $0.00 value noted due to system limitations.

• Offerors other than the successful offeror must destroy all export control data upon contract completion.

• The full text of reference FAR clauses may be accessed at https://www.acquisition.gov/content/regulations.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) detailing specific data items required for a contract. Specifically, it outlines the requirements for "Proof Load Certifications" (Data Item No. A006).

• Data Item No.: A006
• Title: Proof Load Certifications
• Authority: See Block 16
• Contract Reference: SOW Paragraph 3.3
• Requiring Office: BL22100
• Subtitle: See Block 16
• Submittal Requirements: Proof-load Certifications must be applied smoothly and held for a period. Structural deformation or failure signs will lead to rejection.
• Format: Certifications Documentation must be delivered in Adobe Portable Document Format (PDF).
• Inspection: Each manufactured item must pass a Government final inspection prior to DD-250.
• Distribution: Distribution Statement D applies (DoD and DoD Contractors only). Other requests go to Code BL22100.
• Delivery: Applicable Certificates are to be placed in a plastic pouch/envelope attached to the end item and submitted to the CH-53K Support Equipment Engineer (Ed Ceralde) in PDF format.
• POC for Certificates: Ed Ceralde (CH-53K SE Engineering), (732) 323-4664, edward.v.ceralde.civ@us.navy.mil

This CDRL specifies a critical deliverable for the contract: Proof Load Certifications. Bidders must understand the requirements for applying and documenting these certifications, the required format (PDF), and the points of contact for delivery and questions. It also highlights the need for Government final inspection before DD-250 submission.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) detailing specific data items required for a contract. It outlines the requirements for Non-Destructive Inspection (NDI) certifications.

• Data Item Number: A007
• Title: NON-DESTRUCTIVE INSPECTION
• Authority: See Block 16
• Contract Reference: SOW Paragraph 3.4
• Subtitle: See Block 16
• Requiring Office: BL22100
• DD 250 Req: YES
• Frequency: AS REQ
• Date of First Submission: See Block 16
• Distribution Statement: D (Distribution authorized to DoD and DoD Contractors only)
• Remarks (Block 3): Submittal must include Non-Destructive Inspection Certifications.
• Format (Block 4): Certifications Documentation must be delivered in Adobe Portable Document Format (PDF).
• Inspection (Block 7): Items must pass Government final inspection prior to DD-250. Inspection and acceptance of production units will be at the destination by a Government representative.
• Applicable Certificates (Block 12): To be placed in a plastic pouch/envelope attached to each corresponding end item that is DD-250'd. A copy of all Certificates for each end article must be submitted to the CH-53K Support Equipment Engineer (Ed Ceralde) in Adobe Portable Document Format (PDF).
• Delivery (Block 14): Certificates to be delivered to POC Ed Ceralde (CH-53K SE Engineering) via mail or email (edward.v.ceralde.civ@us.navy.mil).

This CDRL specifies a mandatory deliverable for the contract: Non-Destructive Inspection Certifications. Bidders must understand the format (PDF), submission requirements, and the point of contact for delivery. This information is crucial for proposal preparation and contract fulfillment.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) detailing specific data items required for a contract. It outlines the requirements for "Calibration Certifications" (Data Item No. A005).

• Data Item No.: A005
• Title: CALIBRATION CERTIFICATIONS
• Contract Reference: SOW Paragraph 3.2
• Deliverable Format: Adobe Portable Document Format (PDF) for certifications documentation.
• Content Requirements: End items must be delivered with a certificate of calibration traceable to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).
• Inspection: Government final inspection is required prior to DD-250. Acceptance will be at the destination by a Government representative.
• Distribution: Distribution Statement D applies (DoD and DoD Contractors only). Other U.S. requests refer to Code BL22100.
• Attachment: Applicable Certificates must be attached to each end item that is DD-250'd. A copy of all Certificates for each end article must be submitted to the CH-53K Support Equipment Engineer (Ed Ceralde) in PDF format.
• POC for Certificates: Ed Ceralde (CH-53K SE Engineering), (732) 323-4664, edward.v.ceralde.civ@us.navy.mil

This CDRL specifies a critical deliverable: Calibration Certifications. Bidders must understand these requirements to accurately price their proposals and plan for compliance. The document details the format, content, submission process, and points of contact for these certifications, which are essential for contract fulfillment.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) detailing a specific data item (A004) for "Dimensional Quality Checklist." It outlines the requirements for submitting this checklist as part of a contract.

• Data Item Number: A004
• Title: Dimensional Quality Checklist
• Authority: See Block 16
• Contract Reference: SOW Paragraph 3.5.2
• Frequency: As Required (AS REQ)
• Submission: To be delivered in Adobe Portable Document Format (PDF).
• Content: This submittal shall include the Dimensional Quality Checklist.
• Certifications: Documentation for certifications must also be delivered in PDF format.
• Inspection: Items manufactured under this contract require a Government final inspection prior to DD-250, with acceptance at the destination.
• Distribution: Distribution Statement D applies, with requests for other U.S. parties referred to Code 486300B.
• Applicable Certificates: To be placed in a plastic pouch/envelope attached to each corresponding end item and submitted to the CH-53K Support Equipment Engineer (Ed Ceralde) in PDF format.

Bidders must understand the requirement to provide a "Dimensional Quality Checklist" and associated certifications in PDF format. The document specifies submission details, inspection requirements, and distribution limitations, which are critical for proposal preparation and contract fulfillment.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) detailing specific data items required for the contract. It outlines the "Plating/Coating Certifications" (Data Item A003) for the CH-53K Organizational Level SE system.

• Data Item Number: A003
• Title: Plating/Coating Certifications
• Contract Reference: SOW Paragraph 3.5.2
• Frequency: As Required (AS REQ)
• Submission: To be delivered in Adobe Portable Document Format (PDF).
• Content: Submittal must include Plating/Coating Certifications.
• Inspection: Items manufactured under this contract must pass a Government final inspection prior to DD-250.
• Distribution: Distribution Statement D applies; refer to Code BL22100 for other U.S. requests.
• Packaging: Applicable Certificates must be placed in a plastic pouch/envelope and attached to each corresponding end item that is DD-250'd to the Government.
• Submission Point of Contact (POC): CH-53K Support Equipment Engineer (Ed Ceralde) at (732) 323-4664 or via email at edward.v.ceralde.civ@us.navy.mil.

Bidders must understand that providing accurate and compliant plating/coating certifications is a contractual requirement. The CDRL specifies the format (PDF), submission method, and the point of contact for these certifications, which are crucial for contract fulfillment and acceptance of manufactured items.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is Appendix A: Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) for Data Item A002, Material Certification. It outlines the requirements for submitting raw material certifications.

• Data Item Number: A002
• Title: Material Certification
• Contract Reference: SOW Paragraph 3.5.2
• Requiring Office: BL22100
• Submission Requirements: Raw material certifications must be DFARS Compliant.
• Format: Certifications Documentation must be delivered in Adobe Portable Document Format (PDF).
• Inspection: Each manufactured item requires Government final inspection prior to DD-250.
• Distribution: Distribution Statement D applies (authorized to DoD and DoD Contractors only).
• Applicable Certificates: Shall be placed in a plastic pouch/envelope and attached to each corresponding end item. A copy must be submitted to the CH-53K Support Equipment Engineer (Ed Ceralde) in PDF format.
• Delivery: Certificates shall be delivered to POC Ed Ceralde (CH-53K SE Engineering).

Bidders must ensure they can provide compliant raw material certifications in the specified PDF format and understand the submission and attachment requirements for end items. The contact information for the Support Equipment Engineer is provided for delivery and inquiries.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) detailing a specific data item (A001) for a Request for Information (RFI) Technical Data Package. It outlines the requirements for submitting this data.

• Data Item Number: A001
• Title: Request for Information (RFI) Technical Data Package
• Authority: See Block 16
• Contract Reference: SOW Paragraph 3.5.1
• Requiring Office: BL22100
• Frequency: As Required (AS REQ)
• Submission: To be delivered in Microsoft Word format.
• Content: The contractor shall submit a request for information or clarification on the Technical Data Package (TDP) if needed for fabrication. The Government will respond within two (2) business days.
• Inspection: Each manufactured item requires Government final inspection prior to DD-250.
• Distribution: Distribution Statement D, authorized for DoD and DoD Contractors only.
• Certificates: Shall be delivered to POC Ed Ceralde at (732) 323-4664 or via email to edward.v.ceralde.civ@us.navy.mil.

This CDRL specifies the requirements for a Technical Data Package (TDP) that bidders may need to provide or understand. It details the format, submission process, and points of contact for requests for information related to the TDP. Bidders should note the specific requirements for documentation and communication outlined in this form.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a pricing matrix and associated instructions for offerors to complete. It details the specific line items (CLINs and SLINs) for which pricing is required, along with instructions on how to fill out the pricing information.

• Company Information Tab: Requires offerors to complete all green-colored cells with company details.
• Pricing Tab: Requires offerors to propose Fixed-Price unit prices in the green-colored cells in column D for each applicable Contract Line Item (CLIN). Cells colored as per Figure 1 require unit pricing. CDRLs are explicitly stated as NOT SEPARATELY PRICED (NSP).
• CLINs/SLINs: The document lists specific CLINs and SLINs for various aircraft components, including Transport Adapters, Rotor Pullers, Positioners, Dollys, Drain Hose Assemblies, Seal Kits, Adapters, Hand Pump Sets, and Installation Sets. It also includes line items for Technical Data.
• Quantities and Pricing: Quantities are provided for each item, with columns for Unit Price, Amount, and Total Evaluated Price. The "2. Pricing - Offeror Completes" sheet shows these fields as blank (0.0) for offerors to fill in.

This document is critical for bidders to understand the specific items being procured, their quantities, and the required format for submitting pricing proposals. Offerors must accurately complete the 'Company Information' and 'Pricing' tabs, ensuring all green cells are populated with the correct unit prices for the specified CLINs/SLINs. Failure to price CDRLs correctly (as NSP) is also a key instruction.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an Excel spreadsheet containing a list of parts, their associated National Stock Numbers (NSN) and Item Identification Numbers (NIIN), nomenclature, and required quantities for FY26. It appears to be a detailed breakdown of specific "Bag Group E" components for the USMC.

• Part Number: Unique identifier for each component.
• NSN: National Stock Number.
• NIIN: National Item Identification Number.
• Nomenclature: Description of the part (e.g., TRANSPORT ADAPTER, AERIAL REFUEL PROBE).
• FY26 USMC Buy Qty: Quantity required for the US Marine Corps in Fiscal Year 2026.
• FY26 FMS Buy QTY: Quantity required for Foreign Military Sales in Fiscal Year 2026.
• FMS Option QTY: Optional quantity for Foreign Military Sales.
• Domestion Option 2 Bags: Quantity for a domestic option.
• Total Buy QTY: The total quantity required across all categories.

This attachment provides specific part numbers and quantities that bidders may need to supply. Vendors should review this list to determine if they can meet the demand for these specific "Bag Group E" components, including quantities for USMC, FMS, and domestic options. It is crucial for understanding the scope of potential contract requirements related to these items.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This Excel spreadsheet, titled "FY26 O-Level Bag Group E_Attachment.xlsx", appears to be a pricing sheet or a list of required parts for the "O-Level Bag Group E" for FY26. It provides detailed information on specific components, including part numbers, National Stock Numbers (NSN), National Item Identification Numbers (NIIN), nomenclature, and quantities for different procurement types.

• Part Number: Unique identifier for each item.
• NSN/NIIN: Government identification numbers for the parts.
• Nomenclature: Description of the item (e.g., TRANSPORT ADAPTER, AERIAL REFUEL PROBE).
• FY26 USMC Buy Qty: Quantity required for the US Marine Corps in FY26.
• FY26 FMS Buy QTY: Quantity required for Foreign Military Sales in FY26.
• Domestion Option 2 Bags: Quantity for a specific option or configuration.
• Total Buy QTY: The total quantity across all specified buy types.

This document is crucial for bidders as it outlines the specific parts and quantities the government intends to procure for "O-Level Bag Group E" in FY26. Bidders will need to use this information to:

• Determine their capability to supply the listed items.
• Prepare accurate pricing and quotes.
• Understand the scope of potential contract requirements.
• Identify specific part numbers and NSNs for sourcing and procurement.