The U.S. Coast Guard is seeking to procure highly specialized spare parts for MH-65 helicopters, justifying a sole-source acquisition from Airbus Helicopters, Inc. (UEI: LAD2HL1R71Z3). This justification is based on the proprietary nature of the parts, which are designed and manufactured by Airbus Helicopters France (F0210), the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). The technical data required for alternative sourcing is unavailable, and using non-OEM parts could compromise aircraft and crew safety. All delivered materials must have clear traceability to the OEM and include a Certificate of Conformance, as per FAR clause 52.246-15. The contracting officer will determine price reasonableness through market research, comparison with previous purchases, current price lists, and other relevant methods.

This document is a Request for Quote (RFQ) from the US Coast Guard Aviation Logistics Center for a specific aviation part: a CONNECTING LINK RIG with part number 366-D-187-07 and NSN 3040-01-334-8335. The RFQ requests a quote for 12 units of the item, with a requested delivery date of May 1, 2026. Bidders are required to provide their company name and CAGE Code. The document specifies F.O.B. Destination as the preferred delivery term, though F.O.B. Origin will be considered if estimated shipping costs are included. The RFQ also notes that FAR 52.217-6 Option for Increased Quantity applies if a quantity is stated in column H.

This government file outlines the terms and conditions for federal acquisition of commercial items, focusing on solicitation provisions and contract clauses. Key provisions include instructions for offerors, evaluation criteria for sole-source acquisitions, and certifications regarding responsibility matters, such as debarment, criminal convictions, and delinquent federal taxes. Offerors must also provide information on federal contracts exceeding $10,000,000 and comply with prohibitions against certain telecommunications equipment, business operations in Sudan, and transactions with Iran. The document also details quality assurance, packaging, marking, shipping, inspection, acceptance, and invoicing instructions for the U.S. Coast Guard, emphasizing traceability and compliance with various federal regulations and deviations.