ADAPTER, PROP BALANCER

This document, Attachment I to solicitation 70Z03826QE0000003, is a Schedule of Supplies for a federal government Request for Proposal (RFP). It details the requirement for one "ADAPTER, PROP BALANCE" with NSN 4920-01-503-3363 and Part Number 7A071 from Manufacturer CAGE Code 93366. The required delivery date is 294 days After Receipt of Order (ARO). The document specifies that vendors are to fill in only the yellow boxes for unit price and total quotation, and to clearly state any additional charges, fees, or prompt payment discounts. It also includes contact information for questions regarding the worksheet.

The U.S. Coast Guard's Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition outlines a sole-source acquisition from GE AVIATION SYSTEMS LLC for a specialized Adapter Prop Balancer (P/N 7A071) used in C130J aircraft maintenance. This justification is based on the rationale that GE AVIATION SYSTEMS is the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and holds all technical data rights, making it uneconomical for the government to purchase these rights or reverse engineer the item. The adapter is critical for safety, durability, and reliability, requiring extensive testing. Market research indicated no other sources could meet these specific requirements. The procurement will follow Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP) under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1), with a combined synopsis/solicitation to be posted on www.sam.gov to allow all responsible sources to submit capability statements. Price determination methods will include market research and comparison with previous purchases and current price lists.