Purchase of Landing Gear Gearboxes for Use on the HC-130J Aircraft
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 United States Coast Guard (USCG), under the Department of Homeland Security, is conducting a Sources Sought market research effort to identify potential sources for the Purchase of Landing Gear Gearboxes for Use on the HC-130J Aircraft. This is for information and planning purposes only and is not a solicitation. Responses are due by April 21, 2026, at 12:00 PM EDT.
Purpose & Scope
The USCG is seeking firms capable of supplying specific aircraft landing gear components, including GEAR BOX ASSY, MLG (NSN 1680-01-257-2445) and GEARBOX, LANDING (NSN 1620-00-617-9123), as detailed in "Attachment 1 - List of Items - 70Z03826IH0000021". This market research aims to determine potential sources for a future acquisition.
Information Requested
Respondents should provide company details (name, address, POC) and answer specific questions, including:
- Verification of Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) or authorized distributor status.
- Business size (large/small) and employee count.
- Applicable NAICS code.
- Small business qualifications (emergent, disadvantaged, 8(a), Hub Zone, Woman-Owned, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned).
- GSA schedule listing and other government/civilian users.
- Estimated total lead time, acceptable payment terms, and experience with contract types.
- Any general comments or feedback.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: April 21, 2026, 12:00 PM EDT
- Published: April 7, 2026
- Product Service Code: 1620 (Aircraft Landing Gear Components)
Submission Instructions
Responses are preferred via email to Shavon.M.Smith@uscg.mil and D05-SMB-LRS-Procurement@uscg.mil. The subject line must include 70Z03826IH0000021.
Additional Notes
This notice does not constitute a solicitation or obligate the Government to award a contract. Responses are for planning purposes only and are not considered requests for contract award or inclusion on a prospective offerors list. A separate solicitation will be published if the USCG proceeds with an acquisition.