Repair of Circuit Breaker Panel
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 U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) Aviation Logistics Center (ALC) has issued a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ) for the repair of Circuit Breaker Panels (P/N 458SUE2-1) for HC-130J aircraft. While this is an unrestricted requirement, a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (J&A) indicates an anticipated sole-source award to GE Aviation - Ohio, the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). However, all responsible sources are invited to submit quotations. Quotations are due by June 1, 2026, at 12:00 PM EDT.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for repair services to restore specific aircraft components to a "Ready for Issue" (RFI) condition. This includes providing all necessary parts, labor, and materials, with repairs performed according to applicable technical directives. Components must be returned in an airworthy condition. Standard repairs will be firm fixed-price, with separate pricing for Service Bulletins or Unusual Damage. Corrosion is expected and must be addressed.
Contract Details & Requirements
- Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ)
- NAICS: 488190 (Other Support Activities for Air Transportation), Small Business Size Standard: $40,000,000.00
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted (anticipated sole-source to GE Aviation)
- Quantity: Repair of 8 Circuit Breaker Panels (P/N 458SUE2-1), plus a TBD quantity for Beyond Economic Repair/No Fault Found.
- Key Requirements:
- Contractor must be an OEM Certified Repair Facility.
- Sub-contractors must also meet OEM certification requirements.
- Maintain a Quality Assurance System.
- Demonstrate access to applicable technical directives and ability to update technical data.
- Provide Airworthiness Certification (FAA 8130 or equivalent) for overhauled items (Certificates of Conformance are not sufficient for airworthiness).
- Compliance with ASTM-D3951-15 for packing, marking, and preservation.
- Adherence to prohibitions on certain telecommunications equipment and other security clauses.
- Payment via electronic funds transfer, with invoices submitted per FAR 52.212-4.
Evaluation Criteria
Award is anticipated to be sole-source to GE Aviation – Ohio. If other responsible sources submit quotations, evaluation will be based on Lowest Priced, Technically Acceptable (LPTA). Criteria include fair and reasonable pricing and technical acceptability. Offers must remain firm for 120 calendar days.
Submission & Key Dates
- Quotations Due: June 1, 2026, at 12:00 PM EDT.
- Submission Method: Email quotations to Shavon.m.smith@uscg.mil and D05-SMB-LRS-Procurement@uscg.mil. The RFQ number (70Z03826QH0000021) must be indicated in the subject line.
- Attachments: Bidders must review the latest "Attachment 2 - REV 2 Terms and Conditions" and "Attachment 3 - REV 1 Schedule" for detailed instructions and pricing requirements. "Attachment 4 - Wage Determination" is also provided for labor cost considerations.