Air Data Computer
ID: 70Z03825QJ0000042Type: 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

AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR SHOP SPECIALIZED EQUIPMENT (4920)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/cdced417284e4494a2fa57ccdd04e89a/view
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    Description

    The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the U.S. Coast Guard, is seeking quotations for the procurement of four Air Data Computers, essential for the maintenance of the MH-60T aircraft. This procurement is being conducted on a sole source basis from L3Harris Aviation Products, Inc., due to their proprietary ownership of the necessary technical data and specifications, which are critical for manufacturing this specialized item. The contract is anticipated to be awarded on or about November 6, 2024, with a closing date for offers set for November 4, 2024, at 2:00 PM Eastern Time. Interested parties should direct their quotations to Paige Kressley at Paige.E.Kressley@uscg.mil and MRR-PROCUREMENT@uscg.mil, referencing solicitation number 70Z03825QJ0000042.

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    Paige Kressley
    Paige.E.Kressley@uscg.mil
    MRR Procurement
    MRR-PROCUREMENT@uscg.mil
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    Attachment 1 - Terms and Conditions - 70Z03825QJ0000042.pdf
    The document outlines the terms and conditions related to a federal solicitation for the acquisition of an Air Data Computer from L3Harris Aviation Products, INC on a sole source basis. It specifies compliance with various Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Homeland Security Acquisition Regulation (HSAR) clauses. Offerors are required to complete certain representations and certifications regarding telecommunications and video surveillance services, technical acceptability, and pricing. The evaluation criteria emphasize the selection of the lowest priced, technically acceptable offer. The document includes definitions of disadvantaged business categories, compliance with labor standards, and other regulatory requirements. It also identifies shipping, packaging, and inspection protocols for ordered items, asserting that quality control and traceability are necessary for acceptance. The overarching purpose is to establish compliance and ensure that the procurement process adheres to federal standards, particularly in the context of RFPs. The structured sections provide comprehensive guidelines for offerors in preparing submissions and fulfilling necessary administrative obligations.
    Attachment 2 - Redacted J and A - 70Z03825QJ0000042.pdf
    The document outlines a justification for awarding a sole-source contract by the United States Coast Guard (USCG) for an Air Data Computer required for routine maintenance on the MH-60T aircraft. The statutory authority for this action is cited under 41 U.S.C. 3204 (a)(1), allowing for procurement without full and open competition when only one source is reasonably available. L3Harris Aviation Products, Inc. is identified as the sole source due to their proprietary ownership of the necessary technical data and specifications, which are critical for manufacturing the specialized item. Extensive market research confirmed that no alternative suppliers could meet the required specifications or possess the necessary production capabilities. The document also acknowledges existing barriers to future competition, emphasizing the challenges posed by the proprietary nature of the technical data. Overall, the justification highlights the necessity for the specific item, the unique capabilities required for its manufacture, and the unsuccessful attempts to identify other procurement sources.
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