Antenna
ID: 70Z03825QJ0000029Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFUS COAST GUARDAVIATION LOGISTICS CENTER (ALC)(00038)Elizabeth City, NC, 27909, USA

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

PSC

ANTENNAS, WAVEGUIDES, AND RELATED EQUIPMENT (5985)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/4c118404a9034e77b92cb3010c6aaaf9/view
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    Description

    The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the U.S. Coast Guard's Aviation Logistics Center, is seeking quotations for the procurement of eight antennas (Part Number: 121-040130-01, National Stock Number: 5985-01-475-4764) from the Original Equipment Manufacturer, Chelton Avionics. This procurement is classified as a sole-source requirement due to the specialized nature of the antennas, which are critical for the operational reliability of the MH-60T aircraft. Interested vendors must ensure traceability to the OEM and provide necessary certifications, as no drawings or specifications are available for alternative sources. Quotations are due by November 1, 2024, at 2:00 PM Eastern Time, with anticipated award notification on or about November 5, 2024. For further inquiries, interested parties may contact Michelle Monds at Michelle.R.Monds@uscg.mil or the MRR Procurement Mailbox at mrr-procurement@uscg.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Michelle Monds
    Michelle.R.Monds@uscg.mil
    MRR Procurement Mailbox
    mrr-procurement@uscg.mil
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    A00001 Attachment 3 - Response to Question -70Z03825QJ0000032.pdf
    The document provides responses from the United States Coast Guard (USCG) regarding solicitation 70Z03825QJ0000029 for an antenna, specifically PIN: 121-040130-01 and NSN: 5985-01-475-4764. It clarifies that the requirement is for a sole-source supply from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), Chelton Avionics (Cage Code 1WZE2). There are no available drawings or specifications to outline whether the antenna is meant for mobile or fixed site applications, nor does it specify if it is directional or omnidirectional. The initial inquiry raised questions about frequency requirements, though detailed information is not disclosed in the document. The responses include the necessary Terms and Conditions, Evaluation Criteria, and a Redacted Justification and Approval (J&A) to further provide context for the solicitation. Overall, this document serves to answer specific queries concerning a procurement solicitation by the USCG while emphasizing the proprietary nature of the required equipment.
    Attachment 1 - Terms and Conditions - 70Z03825QJ0000029.pdf
    The document outlines the terms and conditions related to a federal government solicitation for the acquisition of commercial products and services pertaining to Chelton Avionics, Inc., specifically an antenna (National Stock Number: 5985-01-475-4764). It includes guidance for offerors on completing necessary representations and certifications regarding telecommunications and video surveillance services, technical requirements for bid acceptability, and criteria for determined pricing. Notably, the offer will be evaluated on a lowest-priced, technically acceptable basis, primarily focusing on the contractor's ability to provide new, manufactured items as defined by U.S. Coast Guard standards. Additional sections cover compliance issues, including safeguarding contractor information systems, whistleblower rights, packaging, shipping instructions, and the prohibition of contracting with certain foreign entities. The detailed compliance and quality assurance measures reflect the government's commitment to ensuring the safety, reliability, and transparency of its procurement processes. This document serves as a guiding framework for potential bidders, highlighting compliance responsibilities and evaluation criteria in the context of government contracts.
    Attachment 2 - Redacted Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition - 70Z03825QJ0000029.pdf
    The document outlines a justification for the sole-source procurement of an antenna component by the US Coast Guard Aviation Logistics Center (ALC) for the MH-60T aircraft, citing 41 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) as the statutory authority for not conducting full and open competition. The procurement is necessary due to the specialized nature of the component, which can only be manufactured by Chelton Avionics Inc., the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). The document details the extensive market research conducted to identify potential sources, confirming that Chelton Avionics holds proprietary rights to the technical data required for manufacturing, making it impractical to procure the rights for alternative sources. Furthermore, it explains that the complexity of the items and the lack of government-owned technical data prevent the creation of adequate procurement descriptions. While acknowledging the singularity of the source, the document indicates challenges in fostering future competition due to the proprietary nature of the required data. Overall, it emphasizes the need for the OEM's specific component to ensure operational reliability in USCG maintenance and operations.
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