PROCUREMENT OF BUSH FOR USE ON MH-65

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) from the US Coast Guard Aviation Logistics Center for the procurement of "BUSH" parts. The RFQ specifies the required quantity and delivery date.

• Item #: 1

• National Stock Number (NSN): 3120-01-HS2-9051

• Part Number: 365A32-2046.X1

• Nomenclature: BUSH

• Unit of Issue: EA (Each)

• Part Manufacturer CAGE Code: F0210

• Quantity: 150

• Requested Date of Delivery: 2027-07-27

• Delivery Term: F.O.B. Destination is requested. Offers will be considered F.O.B. Destination unless F.O.B. Origin is specified and estimated shipping costs are included.

• Bidders are requested to provide a quote for the specified item.

• The document indicates that if a quantity is stated in column H (Optional Quantity), FAR 52.217-6 Option for Increased Quantity (MAR 1989) applies.

Not specified in the provided text.

• The POC for this RFQ is Alex-Marie.B.Midgett@uscg.mil.
• If F.O.B. Origin is specified, estimated shipping costs are required.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Terms and Conditions," outlines the contractual terms and conditions applicable to any order awarded as a result of the solicitation. It includes various Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Homeland Security Acquisition Regulation (HSAR) clauses and provisions that bidders must adhere to if awarded a contract.

• Applicability: Supersedes all other terms and conditions and constitutes acceptance of terms upon order acceptance.
• Provisions: Includes specific clauses such as 52.212-1 (Instructions to Offerors), 52.212-2 (Evaluation - Commercial Products and Commercial Services - noted as not applicable, with evaluation based on FAR 12 and lowest priced technically acceptable criteria), 52.209-5 (Certification Regarding Responsibility Matters), and 52.209-11 (Representation Regarding Delinquent Tax Liability or Felony Conviction).
• Security Prohibitions and Exclusions: Details requirements related to covered telecommunications equipment and services, FASCSA orders, and prohibitions concerning entities and countries (e.g., Iran, Sudan, China).
• Quality Assurance: Outlines requirements for products that will touch USCG aircraft, including immediate notification of issues, contractor quality control manual details, and change management processes.
• Packaging, Marking, and Shipping Instructions: Provides specific guidance for packaging, labeling, and shipping of materials to the USCG Aviation Logistics Center.
• Inspection and Acceptance: Details the process for inspection and acceptance of materials, including requirements for Certificates of Conformance (COC).
• Deliveries/Performance: Specifies F.O.B. Destination as the requested delivery term.
• Invoicing Instructions: Outlines procedures for submitting invoices, encouraging electronic submission.
• Full Text Clauses: Includes numerous FAR and HSAR clauses covering various aspects such as sustainable products, service contract labor standards, buy American provisions, and payment terms.

This document is critical for bidders as it defines the legal and contractual framework for the opportunity. Understanding these terms and conditions is essential for preparing a compliant offer and for fulfilling contract obligations if awarded. Key areas of focus for bidders include evaluation criteria, submission requirements, certifications, and specific prohibitions or restrictions.

Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition

This document justifies a sole-source procurement for spare parts for the MH-65 helicopters. The procurement is conducted under Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP) per FAR 12.102(a).

• The specific item being procured is a "BUSH" part, identified by NIIN 01-HS2-9051 and P/N 365A32-2043.X1.

• A quantity of 150 units is required.

• The intended use is as spare parts for MH-65 helicopters.

• The sole source identified is Airbus Helicopters, Inc. (UEI: LAD2HL1R71Z3).

• The justification is based on the "Brand Name" clause, indicating the part is peculiar to one manufacturer and essential to the Government's requirements.

• Market research indicates that similar products from other companies do not meet the agency's needs.

• The solicitation and resulting purchase order will require all materials to have clear, documented traceability to the OEM (Airbus Helicopters).

• A completed Certificate of Conformance, certifying compliance with the contract condition, will be required, in accordance with FAR clause 52.246-15.

• This is a justification for other than full and open competition, specifically a sole-source procurement.

• The document indicates that obtaining technical data for acquisition by other than the OEM is not available.

• Procuring parts from any source other than the OEM or an authorized distributor is stated to compromise the safety of the aircraft and crew.