ALCO 251 Overhaul Parts Kits
ID: 70Z08024RAG294Type: Sources Sought
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HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFUS COAST GUARDSFLC PROCUREMENT BRANCH 1(00080)NORFOLK, VA, 23510, USA

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Other Engine Equipment Manufacturing (333618)

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DIESEL ENGINES AND COMPONENTS (2815)
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    The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the U.S. Coast Guard, is soliciting proposals for the procurement of ALCO 251 Overhaul Parts Kits, which are essential for maintaining the operational readiness of its Medium Endurance Cutters and Long-Range Enforcers. The contract is structured as a firm-fixed price Indefinite Delivery, Requirements contract with one base year and four one-year option periods, primarily intended for a sole-source acquisition from Fairbanks Morse, LLC, the original equipment manufacturer. These overhaul kits must meet stringent quality standards, including compliance with military and commercial packaging regulations, and will be delivered to the Surface Forces Logistics Center in Baltimore, Maryland. Interested vendors can reach out to primary contact Florence Harwood at florence.m.harwood@uscg.mil or secondary contact Shaun I. Squyres at Shaun.I.Squyres@uscg.mil for further details.

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    This document outlines the requirements for producing, inspecting, preserving, packaging, and marking overhaul parts kits for the ALCO engine series used by the U.S. Coast Guard's WMEC and WAGB cutters. The contractor is responsible for delivering new OEM parts manufactured under strict quality standards, including ISO certification. Essential components include a high-quality workmanship mandate, a Certificate of Conformance to be supplied at contract award, and detailed preservation, packaging, and marking specifications to ensure parts are protected during shipment and storage. Compliance with military and commercial packaging standards is required, alongside a quality assurance plan for inspection processes. The contractor must follow strict guidelines for maintaining parts integrity and documentation, and all items must be properly labeled with clear identification and barcodes. The overall framework highlights the government's commitment to high-quality supplies for its vessels while ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and established standards. The acceptance of these kits occurs only at their final destination, demonstrating the thoroughness expected in the supply chain for military materials.
    The document outlines a solicitation for the procurement of ALCO 251 Overhaul Parts Kits by the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG). It constitutes a firm-fixed price contract with one base year and four one-year option periods. The solicitation addresses delivery, packaging, and administration details, urging compliance with specific Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Homeland Security Acquisition Regulations (HSAR). A comprehensive schedule of supplies/services is included, detailing required overhaul kits and their quantities for the base and option years. Each delivery will be funded individually, with orders placed as needed by designated USCG activities. All deliveries must be made to the USCG’s Surface Forces Logistics Center in Baltimore, MD, adhering to strict acceptance criteria for safety and completeness. The contract emphasizes high-quality workmanship, standard commercial warranties, and detailed invoicing requirements for payments. The authority for changes and communications solely rests with the Contracting Officer. This solicitation exemplifies the government’s structured approach to procurement, ensuring compliance, quality, and accountability in acquiring vital maintenance supplies for operational readiness.
    The document outlines a Justification for Other than Full and Open Competition (J&A) for a sole-source contract related to the procurement of ALCO 251 engine overhaul parts kits by the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG). The contract is aimed at maintaining Medium Endurance Cutters and Long-Range Enforcers vessels, with Fairbanks Morse LLC designated as the only responsible source due to its proprietary capabilities and status as the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) for these parts. The J&A states that the contract will consist of a base year and four option years, utilizing firm-fixed price delivery orders funded through the Operating and Support budget. The urgency of maintaining operational readiness for USCG missions is highlighted, noting that any failure of these engine parts could significantly affect mission capabilities. Efforts to find alternative suppliers were documented, including a sources sought notice which received no responses other than from Fairbanks Morse, confirming their unique qualifications. The document concludes with the agency's efforts to negotiate unrestricted data rights from Fairbanks Morse, which have been denied, reinforcing the sole-source nature of this acquisition.
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