Tail Cone Fixture and Sling, Dual Strap

Justification and Approval (J&A) for Other Than Full and Open Competition

This document justifies the United States Coast Guard's (USCG) intent to procure one (1) Tail Cone Fixture and one (1) Tail Cone Sling on a sole source basis. These items are critical for maintaining operational tempo with Program Maintenance Depot (PDM) cycles for the Medium Range Recovery (MRR) Product Line and are uniquely modified for the USCG MH-60T airframe.

• Procurement of one (1) Tail Cone Fixture.

• Procurement of one (1) Tail Cone Sling.

• Items must be procured from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), STADCO.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Purchase Order (PO).

• Estimated total value: Not explicitly stated but broken down by item.

• Type of funding: Procurement, Construction, and Improvement (PC&I) Funds.

• Year of funding: Fiscal Year 2026.

This document is a justification for sole source procurement, not a solicitation. Therefore, proposal submission and evaluation criteria are not applicable here.

This procurement is being conducted on a sole source basis with STADCO, the OEM. There are no authorized distributors, and the technical data is proprietary to STADCO, making full and open competition unsuitable.

• The previous award for these items was to STADCO, valued at $452,263, with a period of performance from 08/23/2019 to 02/25/2020.
• Market research, including a Sources Sought Notice (SSN) posted on SAM.gov, yielded no responses from other potential vendors.
• Failure to approve this justification would jeopardize the USCG's mission and MH-60T PDM cycle operational tempo.
• The Buy American Statute exception for nonavailability does not apply; therefore, the statute will be included in the solicitation and PO.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Attachment 1 - List of Items," is an Excel spreadsheet provided by the US Coast Guard Aviation Logistics Center. It lists specific parts and services required for an unspecified opportunity.

• Part Number: Unique identifier for each item (e.g., RT70310, SG70100).
• Description of Service: Brief description of the item (e.g., Tail Cone Fixture, Sling, Dual Strap).
• Unit of Issue (UI): Unit of measure (e.g., EA for Each).
• Quantity: The number of units required (1 for both listed items).
• Required Delivery Date (RDD): The date by which the items are needed (2026-05-01).
• Lead Time: Not specified for these items.
• F.O.B. Terms: Bidders must select either "DESTINATION" or "ORIGIN." Quotes will be considered F.O.B. Destination unless F.O.B. Origin is clearly marked and shipping costs are included.

This attachment is crucial for potential bidders as it details the specific parts and services being procured, including quantities and required delivery dates. Bidders must use this information to prepare their quotes and understand the shipping terms. The contact for the Contract Specialist, Kristen Allen, is also provided.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Attachment 2 - Terms and Conditions," outlines the contract terms and conditions applicable to any order resulting from the solicitation. It supersedes all other terms and conditions and is incorporated by reference into the solicitation.

This document details various provisions and clauses that will govern the contract, including but not limited to:

• Instructions to Offerors: Guidance on how to submit offers.
• Evaluation Factors: Specifies the basis for award, noting that for this sole-source acquisition, the primary factor is fair and reasonable pricing.
• Security Prohibitions and Exclusions: Addresses restrictions related to covered telecommunications equipment and services, and operations in Sudan and Iran.
• Sustainable Products and Services: Requirements for using sustainable products.
• Quality Assurance: Outlines contractor responsibilities for notifying the government of any issues with products or components, and requirements for a quality control manual.
• Packaging and Shipping Instructions: Details how items should be packaged and where they should be shipped.
• Inspection and Acceptance: Specifies how material will be inspected and accepted.
• Delivery Terms: Defines F.O.B. Destination as the preferred delivery term.
• Invoicing Instructions: Provides guidance on invoice submission and payment.
• Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Clauses: Lists numerous FAR clauses incorporated by reference, covering a wide range of topics such as ethics, small business concerns, labor standards, and trade agreements.
• Homeland Security Acquisition Regulations (HSAR) Clauses: Includes specific HSAR clauses relevant to the acquisition.

This document is critical for bidders as it defines the contractual obligations, requirements, and terms that will apply if awarded a contract. Bidders must carefully review all provisions, especially those related to security, quality assurance, packaging, shipping, invoicing, and compliance with FAR and HSAR clauses, to ensure their proposals and subsequent performance will meet all government requirements. Understanding these terms is essential for accurate proposal preparation and successful contract execution.