MH-65 FITTINGS
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
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 Aviation Logistics Center (ALC) is soliciting quotes for MH-65 FITTINGS under RFQ 70Z03826QB0000068. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items, with an anticipated Sole Source award to Airbus Helicopters, Inc. due to strict OEM traceability and safety requirements. However, all responsible sources with the required expertise and capabilities are invited to submit quotations. Offers are due by March 27, 2026, at 10:00 am EDT.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for specific fittings for MH-65 helicopters. Key items include:
- Item 1: NSN 4030-01-HS2-2783, Part Number 366A25-1350-27, FITTING (20 EA), requested delivery by August 17, 2026.
- Item 2: NSN 1680-01-HS2-2657, Part Number 366A25-1350-81, FITTING (18 EA), requested delivery by October 30, 2026. All parts must be newly manufactured, have clear traceability to the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), Airbus Helicopters Inc (Cage Code: 3GSZ1), and comply with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) guidelines. No substitute or alternate parts will be considered; only new parts are accepted. No drawings, specifications, or schematics are available from the agency.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm-Fixed Price Purchase Order (Combined Synopsis/Solicitation, RFQ).
- Set-Aside: 8(a) Sole Source (FAR 19.8). The procurement is justified as "Other Than Full and Open Competition" due to the specialized nature of the parts and the OEM requirement.
- NAICS: 336413 (Aircraft Manufacturing), Small Business Size Standard: 1,250 employees.
- Option: FAR 52.217-6, Option for Increased Quantity, applies to Line Item 2, allowing the government to increase the quantity by up to 18 additional units (maximum 36 total) by December 31, 2026.
- Offers Due: March 27, 2026, 10:00 am EDT.
- Published: March 26, 2026.
Evaluation
Award will be based on best value to the Government, prioritizing quality and safety of flight. Fair and reasonable price determination methods include market research and comparison with previous purchases. Newly manufactured commercial items require a Certificate of Conformance (COC).
Additional Notes
Quotes and questions must be submitted via email to Selmary.MelendezGonzalez3@uscg.mil, referencing solicitation 70Z03826QB0000068 in the subject line. Phone call quotes will not be accepted.