Repair of Circuit Breaker Panel
Overview
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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) is seeking repair services for eight (8) Circuit Breaker Panels (P/N: 458SUE2-1) installed on HC-130J aircraft. This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ), with an anticipated sole-source award to GE Aviation - Ohio, the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). However, all responsible sources may submit quotations. Responses are due by May 20, 2026, at 12:00 PM EDT.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide all necessary parts, labor, and materials to repair the Circuit Breaker Panels to a "Ready for Issue" (RFI) and airworthy condition, in accordance with applicable technical directives. Standard repairs will be firm fixed-price, while Service Bulletins or repairs for unusual damage will be priced separately. Corrosion is expected and must be addressed as part of the repair.
Contract Details & Requirements
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price Purchase Order (anticipated)
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted (anticipated sole-source)
- NAICS: 488190 (Aircraft Components and Accessories Repair), Size Standard: $40,000,000
- Place of Performance: Contractor's facilities, with delivery to USCG ALC, Elizabeth City, NC (FOB Destination).
- Key Requirements:
- Contractor and any sub-contractors must be an OEM Certified Repair Facility.
- Maintain a Quality Assurance System.
- Access to latest technical directives and ability to update technical data (e.g., DD-2345 or TODO account).
- 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 numerous FAR and HSAR clauses, including prohibitions on certain telecommunications equipment and FASC-prohibited UAS.
Evaluation & Award
Award is anticipated on a sole-source basis to GE Aviation - Ohio, as justified by their exclusive possession of necessary technical data and specifications. If other responsible sources submit offers, evaluation will be based on Lowest Priced, Technically Acceptable (LPTA), considering fair and reasonable pricing and technical acceptability. Offers must remain firm for 120 calendar days.
Submission & Key Dates
- Quotations Due: May 20, 2026, 12:00 PM EDT
- Anticipated Award Date: On or about April 6, 2026 (Note: The response date is later than the anticipated award date, indicating the award date may be from an earlier version of the solicitation.)
- Submission Method: Email quotations to Shavon.m.smith@uscg.mil and D05-SMB-LRS-Procurement@uscg.mil. Include the RFQ number in the subject line.
- Contact: Shavon M. Smith (Shavon.M.Smith@uscg.mil)
Additional Notes
A Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (J&A) (Rev 1, posted 2026-04-09) supports the sole-source intent, citing GE Aviation as the only source with proprietary technical data. A Wage Determination (No. 2015-4731, Rev. 28) for Ohio counties (Greene, Miami, Montgomery) is applicable, outlining minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for service employees.