Overhaul of Struts
ID: 70Z03824IH0000020Type: 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

AIRCRAFT LANDING GEAR COMPONENTS (1620)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/1e233880cbda47c281742c0841a30e9e/view
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    Description

    The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the U.S. Coast Guard's Aviation Logistics Center, is seeking sources for the overhaul of struts and related aircraft components through a Sources Sought Notice. This procurement aims to identify potential suppliers capable of providing essential items such as shock struts, actuator cylinders, and landing gear assemblies, which are critical for aviation maintenance and operational readiness. Interested vendors must demonstrate their capability to supply these components with traceability to the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and respond to specific inquiries regarding their business status and experience. Responses are due by April 8, 2025, at 12:00 P.M. EST, and should be directed to Shavon M. Smith via email at Shavon.M.Smith@uscg.mil, with the subject line indicating the notice number 70Z03824IH0000020.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Shavon M. Smith
    (252) 384-7409
    Shavon.M.Smith@uscg.mil
    D05-DG-ALC-LRS-Contracting@uscg.mil
    D05-DG-ALC-LRS-Contracting@uscg.mil
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    Attachment 1 - Overhaul Struts Sources Sought Notice.pdf
    The document is a “Sources Sought” notice seeking suppliers for various aircraft components, specifically shock struts, actuator cylinders, and landing gear assemblies. It lists detailed specifications for each component, including National Stock Numbers (NSNs), part numbers (P/N), manufacturers, and relevant codes. The purpose of this notice appears to be the identification of potential vendors capable of providing these components, which are essential for aviation maintenance and repair. By specifying technical data and various part numbers, the document aims to collect information from the market to assess the availability and capability of suppliers. This approach aligns with government procurement processes to ensure the military's operational readiness by sourcing critical components reliably and efficiently.
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