Procurement of Commercial Off The Shelf (COTS) Reuseable, Pressurized, Metal Shipping Containers for CT7-9C3 Propeller Gearboxes (PGB)
ID: 70Z03826RL0000003Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFUS COAST GUARDAVIATION LOGISTICS CENTER (ALC)(00038)Elizabeth City, NC, 27909, USA

NAICS

Other Metal Container Manufacturing (332439)

PSC

SPECIALIZED SHIPPING AND STORAGE CONTAINERS (8145)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/974745bd71864127bb2298d926c428e4/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the United States Coast Guard (USCG), is seeking proposals for the procurement of eighteen reusable, pressurized, metal shipping containers designed for CT7-9C3 Propeller Gearboxes (PGB). This requirement is for commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) items, emphasizing the need for readily available products rather than custom-engineered solutions, as the containers are critical for maintaining operational safety and efficiency. The contract will be structured as an Indefinite Delivery Requirements Contract with a total estimated value of $479,708 over three years, funded by Fiscal Year 2026 Operations and Support funds. Interested vendors must submit proposals by December 3, 2025, at 4:00 PM Eastern Time, and can direct inquiries to Dmitri E. Mercer at Dmitri.E.Mercer@uscg.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Dmitri E. Mercer
    Dmitri.e.mercer@uscg.mil
    LOGAN J. BROWN
    (206) 831-0697
    LOGAN.J.BROWN3@USCG.MIL
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    70Z03826RL0000003 Solicitation Schedule.pdf
    70Z03826RL0000003 Solicitation Terms and Conditions.pdf
    JA - Redacted.pdf
    The Department of Homeland Security, United States Coast Guard (USCG), Aviation Logistics Center, seeks to procure eighteen reusable, pressurized, metal shipping containers for CT7-9C3 Propeller Gearboxes (PGB) on a sole-source basis from Aviation Repair Resources Inc. The estimated total value of the firm-fixed-price contract is $479,708 over three years, funded by Fiscal Year 2026 Operations and Support funds. This sole-source justification, under 41 U.S.C. 1901(e)(2) and FAR 13.501(a), is necessary because Aviation Repair Resources Inc. is the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) of these critical safety items. Procuring from any other source could lead to part failure, unsafe conditions, and aircraft grounding, jeopardizing USCG missions. Market research confirmed no other approved sources due to proprietary technical data. The USCG will continue market research for future competitive opportunities.
    Solicitation -70Z03826RL0000003 - AmendmentA0001 Questions and Answers.docx
    Amendment A0001 addresses questions regarding RFP 70Z03826RL0000003 for 18 reusable, pressurized, metal shipping containers. Key clarifications include the resolution of conflicting timelines, confirming a three-year acquisition plan via individual Task Orders (4 containers in the Base Year, 8 in Option Period One, and 6 in Option Period Two). Early deliveries are acceptable, and containers can be shipped as completed. Shipping costs should be included in pricing as F.o.b. Destination. While there's a possibility all 18 containers might be ordered at once, the current plan involves task orders over the three periods, with the exact ordering determined closer to the award date.
    Solicitation 70Z03826RL0000003 - Amendment A0002 Questions and Answers.docx
    Amendment A0002 to solicitation 70Z03826RL0000003, posted on November 25th, 2025, updates the deadline for submitting questions to November 25th, 2025. A question was raised regarding the ability for engineers to upload a Technical Data Package (TDP) to SAM. The response clarifies that this requirement is for the procurement of a commercial off-the-shelf container already available in the marketplace, and the USCG does not possess any proprietary data related to it. This indicates the solicitation is for readily available commercial products rather than custom-engineered solutions requiring detailed technical drawings.
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