Notice of Intent to Award to a Basic Ordering Agreement
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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 issuing a Request for Quotation (RFQ), solicitation number 70Z03826QS0000002, for the procurement of MAT 5000 Grease (Part Number P999235). This is a combined synopsis/solicitation, with an anticipated firm-fixed-price delivery order. While a sole-source award to GE Aviation (doing business as Dowty Propellers) is anticipated, other qualified contractors are invited to submit offers. Quotes are due by February 17, 2026, at 12:00 pm EST.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for 8 units of MAT 5000 Grease, with an option for increased quantity. This specialized grease is critical for the maintenance and rebuild of Dowty propeller assemblies used on USCG HC130J and HC-27J fixed-wing aircraft, as it is the only OEM-approved grease for this application, essential for aircraft airworthiness. The requested delivery date is November 6, 2026, with F.O.B. Destination preferred.
Contract Details
- Solicitation Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ)
- Solicitation Number: 70Z03826QS0000002
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price Delivery Order
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted (anticipated sole source to GE Aviation/Dowty Propellers, but open to other offers)
- NAICS: 336413 (Aircraft Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing)
- PSC: 1560 (Airframe Structural Components)
- Place of Performance: Elizabeth City, NC
- Key Provisions: Offers must be held firm for 60 calendar days. Includes various FAR clauses related to security prohibitions (e.g., covered telecommunications equipment, Kaspersky Lab, OFAC restrictions) and safeguarding covered contractor information systems. Inspection and acceptance will occur at the destination.
Evaluation Factors
Quotes will be evaluated based on Lowest-Priced, Technically Acceptable (LPTA) criteria. Technical acceptability will be rated as "acceptable" or "not acceptable." The evaluation process will first assess the lowest-priced offer for technical acceptability; if not acceptable, the process continues with the next lowest-priced offer until a technically acceptable offer with acceptable past performance is identified.
Submission Requirements & Deadline
Quotes and questions must be submitted via email to jeremy.a.wood@uscg.mil. The solicitation number 70Z03826QS0000002 must be indicated in the subject line. Phone calls will not be accepted. Closing Date for Offers: February 17, 2026, at 12:00 pm EST.