Overhaul of Starter Generators for U.S. Coast Guard Aircraft HC-144

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document outlines the terms and conditions for a solicitation (70Z03826QL0000146) for the repair/overhaul of Coast Guard aircraft components. It specifies that the award will be made on a full and open competitive basis, with the lowest-priced, technically acceptable offeror representing the best value to the Government.

• Technical Acceptability: Offers must include proof of current FAA certification, or OEM, or Air Force approval to provide the specified services. Overhaul must be performed in accordance with the latest revision of the OEM Component Maintenance Manual (CMM) and the Statement of Work (SOW).

• Specific Item: The document lists one item: Starter Generator, Part Number G4085-1000, National Stock Number 2925-01-HS3-3357, Manufacturer CAGE Code F0296, Quantity 7 each.

• Vendor Requirements: Vendors, except the OEM or Production Approval Holder (PAH), must be FAA 145 certified and perform at least 50% of the work at their FAA-certified facility. Vendors not meeting this capability requirement will not be considered.

• Contract Type: Anticipated award is a purchase order.

• Period for Acceptance of Offers: Offers must be held firm for 60 calendar days from the specified receipt date.

• Delivery/Lead Time: USCG requires delivery of all items ninety-eight (98) days after receipt of order (ARO). Early and partial deliveries are desired and accepted.

• Submission: Offers must include the solicitation number, Offeror's name/address/phone, UEI, EFT indicator, information for evaluation factors, representations/certifications, and a statement of agreement with terms and conditions.

• Evaluation: Quotes will be evaluated based on Technical Acceptability and Price. Award will be made to the lowest priced, technically acceptable offeror.

• Key Deadlines: Offers must be submitted by the exact time specified in the solicitation.

• The solicitation is anticipated for full and open competitive award.

• Specific requirements for FAA certification and facility location are detailed.

• The document incorporates numerous FAR and HSAR clauses by reference, including those related to small business concerns, ethics, certifications, and security prohibitions.

• Packaging instructions specify materials that are NOT to be used (e.g., popcorn, Styrofoam) and labeling requirements.

• Invoicing instructions encourage electronic submission and require "FAST PAY" designation on invoices.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

To partner with qualified FAA Certified repair vendors for the repair, overhaul, and sustainment of Starter/Generator P/N G4085-1000 and P/N 8160-530 for the U.S. Coast Guard's (USCG) HC-144 Maritime Patrol Aircraft.

• Repair, overhaul, inspect, test, troubleshoot, clean, and modify specified starter/generator components.

• Ensure components are returned with an FAA airworthiness form 8130-3, EASA Form 1, or OEM Certificate of Conformance.

• Track and document component history for USCG's specialized Asset Computerized Maintenance System (ACMS).

• Maintain current OEM specifications, including Component Maintenance Manuals (CMMs), revisions, service bulletins, and modifications.

• Address corrosion as a normal factor, providing for its correction and removal within the fixed repair price.

• Components must meet OEM specifications and functional testing.

• Defective parts not repairable per OEM specifications must be scrapped and replaced with new OEM parts.

• High time, life, or cycle limited parts must be replaced, with costs negotiated separately.

• Turn-Around-Time (TAT) for repairs is a key consideration.

• Not explicitly stated, but implied to be for the life of the HC-144 aircraft.

• Vendor must be an FAA Part 145 authorized repair center.

• Vendor must have capability to perform repair services and maintain required tooling, manuals, test equipment, etc.

• Specific requirements for handling missing or cannibalized components, including notification to the USCG Contracting Officer.

• Environmental requirements for cleaning parts to be free of hazardous dust.

• Specific procedures for handling exclusions such as catastrophic crash damage or foreign object damage.

• Vendor must provide Teardown Inspection Reports (TIR) and Component Repair Records (CRR) as requested.

• Marking, packaging, and preservation must comply with applicable standards (e.g., ASTM D 3951-18, ANSI/ESD S541).

• Vendor must furnish FAA Form 8130-3, EASA Form 1, or OEM Certificate of Conformance.