Repair Cargo Dimmer Unit; Pump, Submerged, APU; and Hook, Retra Cargo Door for U.S. Coast Guard Aircraft HC-27J

Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition

This document justifies restricting competition for the repair of specific aircraft parts to a sole source. The U.S. Coast Guard intends to test, evaluate, and repair the Cargo Dimmer Unit (P/N: 727-0327/03MOD01), Pump, Submerged, APU (P/N: SM2212B), and Hook, Retra Cargo DO (P/N: A24288-31-1). These parts are replaced during Product Depot Maintenance due to corrosion or damage.

• Repair of the specified aircraft parts.

• The repair must comply with the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) requirements and the U.S. Coast Guard's authorized engineering authority.

• The justification is based on FAR 12.102(a) and FAR Class Deviation 25-21 Rev. 1 for FAR Part 12.

• The specific contract type, period of performance, and estimated value are not detailed in this document.

• This document is a justification for a sole-source acquisition, not a solicitation for proposals.

• The contracting officer will use market research and comparison of proposed prices with previous purchases to determine fair and reasonable pricing.

• This is a sole-source justification, indicating no set-aside is applicable.

• The suggested source is Leonardo SPA (A1512).

• The rationale states that the OEM (Secondo Mona SPA, Leonardo S.P.A Airborne & Space System Division, Safran Landing Systems) owns the rights to the technical data necessary for repair, and it is uneconomical for the government to purchase these rights.

• Leonardo SPA (A1512) is identified as the authorized OEM repair facility.

• The document was last updated on 03/03/2026.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation for commercial items and services. It outlines the terms and conditions that will apply to any order awarded as a result of this solicitation. The government is procuring items and services related to aircraft components, specifically mentioning the "Cargo Dimmer Unit" and "Pump, Submerged, APU," and "Hook, Retractable Cargo Door." The solicitation indicates that it is anticipated that a purchase order will be awarded on a sole source basis to Leonardo Spa, but all responsible sources may submit a capability statement or quotation.

• The primary items appear to be aircraft components, including a "Cargo Dimmer Unit," "Pump, Submerged, APU," and "Hook, Retractable Cargo Door." Specific part numbers and national stock numbers are provided for these items.

• Repair of parts must be accomplished in accordance with the latest revision of the OEM Component Maintenance Manual (CMM) and Statement of Work (SOW).

• Vendors, except the OEM or Production Approval Holder (PAH), repairing/overhauling/modifying Coast Guard aircraft components MUST be FAA 145 certified and perform at least 50% of the work at their FAA-certified facility.

• Vendors must meet capability requirements as determined by Coast Guard Engineers or Equipment Specialists.

• Delivery of all items is required 280 days after receipt of order (ARO), though early and partial deliveries are desired and accepted.

• A Certificate of Conformance (COC) is required for all items.

• The contract type is not explicitly stated, but it is anticipated to result in a purchase order.

• The period of performance for delivery is 280 days ARO.

• The estimated value is not stated.

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

• Minimum offer requirements include solicitation number, offeror information (name, address, UEI), information for evaluation, responses to required provisions, and a statement of agreement with terms.

• Offers must be held firm for 60 calendar days.

• Award will be made to the lowest priced, technically acceptable offeror representing the best value to the Government.

• Technical Acceptability will be rated as "acceptable" or "unacceptable." To be technically acceptable, quotes must include proof of current FAA certification, OEM, or Air Force approval for services.

• The government may reject any or all offers.

• The solicitation anticipates a sole source award to Leonardo Spa, but all responsible sources may submit.

• Specific requirements for FAA certification and facility location apply to vendors performing repair or overhaul.

• The solicitation incorporates numerous FAR clauses by reference, including those related to terms and conditions, security, sustainable products, and prohibitions on certain foreign entities and technologies.

• Packaging material must not include popcorn, shredded paper, Styrofoam, or peanut packaging.

• Shipping instructions are provided for delivery to the USCG Aviation Logistics Center.

• Invoicing instructions are detailed, including the requirement for "FAST PAY" and submission to ALC-Fiscal@uscg.mil.

Statement of Work (SOW)

To obtain services for the inspection, repair, and/or overhaul of specific aircraft components from an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), an OEM Authorized Repair Center, or a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Certified 145 Repair Center acceptable to the Coast Guard.

• Services include inspection, repair, and overhaul of components listed with National Stock Numbers (NSN), Part Numbers, and Nomenclature.

• Contractors must comply with OEM specifications, Component Maintenance Manuals (CMMs), drawings, Service Bulletins, and performance requirements.

• Coating requirements must be strictly adhered to.

• Levels of repair include 'Inspect/Repair as necessary' and 'Overhaul'.

• Corrosion found during inspection requires thorough disassembly and treatment according to OEM specifications. Corrosion on Flight Critical components is not permitted and requires OEM disposition.

• Contractors may request a 'Beyond Economical Repair' (BER) determination from the Contracting Officer (KO).

• Contractors must inspect for missing parts within fifteen calendar days of receipt and notify the KO.

• A Teardown and Inspection Report (TIR) identifying parts repaired/replaced, labor hours, and costs is required within five calendar days of inspection.

• Components must meet manufacturer's functional requirements.

• Components must be airworthy and suitable for installation on USCG aircraft.

• Turn-around-time is 280 days after receipt of material (ARM), with earlier delivery desired if no extra charges.

• Contractors must provide an FAA airworthiness release 8130-3 Certificate or EASA Form-1, or a Certificate of Conformance.

• Components must be tracked via the Coast Guard's Aviation Computerized Maintenance System (ACMS) using a Significant Component History Report (SCHR) and Component Repair Record (CRR).

• Packaging and preservation must comply with CMM and relevant standards (e.g., ANSI/ESD S541, MIL-STD-2073, ATA-300) to prevent damage and corrosion for at least one year of storage.

• All inspections, tests, and checks must be performed to substantiate conformity to contract requirements.

• Not explicitly stated, but implies services are provided to the Coast Guard.

• Contractor must obtain required OEM drawings, Service Bulletins, CMMs, and specifications.

• USCG modifications to original configurations must be retained unless specified otherwise.

• Hazardous materials (hexavalent chromium, cadmium, lead) must be managed according to safety standards.

• Components must be packaged individually and labeled with specific information (NSN, Part Number, Serial Number, etc.).

• Final inspection and acceptance by ALC Quality Assurance personnel.