Sources Sought for Potential Overhaul Vendors for HC-144 and HC-27J Wheels and Brakes
ID: 70Z03826IL0000006Type: Sources Sought
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

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- AIRCRAFT COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES (J016)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/b539dace27e7496f8664dff85eb6954c/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the U.S. Coast Guard, is seeking information from potential vendors capable of providing overhaul services for HC-144 and HC-27J wheels and brakes. This sources sought notice aims to identify commercially available vendors with the necessary capabilities, including OEM authorization, to perform overhauls in compliance with OEM standards. The components involved are critical for the operational readiness of Coast Guard aircraft, and interested vendors must demonstrate their qualifications, including relevant certifications and past performance, by submitting their responses by December 12, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. EST. For inquiries, vendors may contact Steven Goodwin at steven.a.goodwin@uscg.mil or Thomas Meek at thomas.c.meek@uscg.mil, referencing Sources Sought # 70Z03826IL0000006.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Steven Goodwin
    steven.a.goodwin@uscg.mil
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