Purchase CICC/3 Ethernet Interface Cables for FA2100 Digital Flight Data Recorder (DFDR)
ID: 70Z03825QE0000017Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511)

PSC

MISCELLANEOUS ELECTRIC POWER AND DISTRIBUTION EQUIPMENT (6150)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/be8b0affe88e4644af916a98ba881c29/view
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    Description

    The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the U.S. Coast Guard's Aviation Logistics Center, is seeking to procure CICC/3 Ethernet Interface Cables for the FA2100 Digital Flight Data Recorder (DFDR). This procurement aims to secure an initial quantity of ten cables, with an option for an additional fifteen, to ensure compatibility with existing systems used in C-130J and C-27J aircraft. The cables are critical for supporting flight data download and decompression, and L3Harris Aviation Products, Inc. has been identified as the sole source capable of meeting these specific requirements. Interested vendors must submit their quotations by January 10, 2025, with the anticipated award date set for January 13, 2025. For further inquiries, potential offerors can contact Geneva James at geneva.k.james@uscg.mil.

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    Geneva James
    geneva.k.james@uscg.mil
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    Justification and Approval for Other Than Full and Open Competition.pdf
    The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) seeks to justify a sole-source procurement of CICC/3 FA2100 Ethernet Interface Cables from L3Harris Aviation Products, due to the urgency for specific functionality to support flight data download and decompression from the FA2100 Digital Flight Data Recorders (DFDR) used in C-130J and C-27J aircraft. L3Harris is identified as the only source capable of providing the necessary cables that integrate with existing authorized software and hardware systems, highlighting their exclusive data rights and status as the original equipment manufacturer (OEM). The estimated purchase encompasses an initial quantity of 10 cables, with an optional 15. Additional market research confirms that no other vendors can meet the requirements without significant redesign efforts, making the acquisition from L3Harris not only justified but economically sensible. The solicitation will be advertised on SAM.gov, inviting any capable suppliers to submit proposals, ensuring compliance with competitive acquisition guidelines where feasible.
    Terms and Conditions.pdf
    The document titled "COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION 70Z03825QE0000017" outlines the terms and conditions for a sole-source government solicitation, expected to be awarded to L3Harris Aviation Products, Inc. It incorporates various Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses that govern the acquisition process, emphasizing compliance requirements for offerors, including representations regarding disadvantaged business status and consideration of child labor laws. The solicitation specifies the evaluation process, which includes determining technical acceptability, fair pricing, and responsibility of the offeror. Key instructions address quality assurance, packaging, and shipping for products related to US Coast Guard aircraft. It mandates that contractors notify the government of any non-conforming products and maintain comprehensive records. Furthermore, it sets out detailed invoicing guidelines emphasizing electronic payments and the necessity for supporting documentation. The contract terms reflect a commitment to transparency, fairness, and compliance with federal regulations, illustrating the complexities and specific requirements necessary for government contracts, particularly focused on ensuring safety and ethical sourcing practices. This document serves as an essential guide for potential contractors aiming to navigate federal procurement processes effectively.
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