The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the U.S. Coast Guard's Aviation Logistics Center, is seeking to procure spare parts for the HC-144 aircraft, including two Annunciator, Mast WA, three Lighted Panels, and three Push Buttons, Lighted. This procurement is intended to ensure the operational readiness and maintenance of the aircraft, which plays a critical role in maritime safety and security missions. The solicitation, numbered 70Z03825QL0000123, is set to close on July 25, 2025, with a sole source award anticipated to Airbus DS Military Aircraft, Inc., due to their proprietary technical data. Interested vendors must submit their capabilities and quotations to Debra Heath at debra.w.heath@uscg.mil by the specified deadline.

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This solicitation (70Z03825QL0000123) outlines requirements under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Homeland Security Acquisition Regulation (HSAR) for government contracting regarding telecommunications equipment and services. It emphasizes that contracts cannot include covered telecommunications items as specified in the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act. Offerors must disclose whether they provide or use such telecommunications services, complete various representations, and maintain compliance with federal standards. Quotes should be submitted via email on company letterhead, including mandatory information such as the RFQ number, contact details, and warranty terms. 
Evaluation criteria prioritize technical acceptability over price. The document also outlines the importance of using U.S.-made products and adherence to procurement regulations, including those related to historical performance and compliance with legal standards around labor and financial responsibility. Responses must include a range of certifications regarding childhood labor, tax compliance, and business ownership structure. The structured nature ensures thorough vetting and adherence to necessary legal frameworks in federal contracting, reinforcing the government's goals for transparency and compliance.

Action Code: N/A
Date: 07/17/2025
Year: 2025     
Contracting Office Zip Code: 27909-5001
Classification Code: 16 – AIRCRAFT COMPONENTS & ACCESSORIES
Product Service Code (PSC) : 6340
NAICS Code: 336413
Contracting Office Address: USCG, ALC, MRS, Elizabeth City, NC 
Subject: Purchase of Spare Parts for the HC-144 Aircraft
Proposed Solicitation Number: 70Z03825QL0000123
Closing Response Date: 07/25/2025
Primary Point of Contact: Debra W. Heath  
Contract Award and Solicitation Number: To be assigned at time of award / 70Z03825QL0000123
Contract Award Dollar Amount: TBD
Contract Line Item Numbers: 3
Contract Award Date: Estimate: TBD
Contractor: TBD
Description: Purchase of Spare Parts for the HC-144 Aircraft
Place of Contract Performance: TBD
Set-aside Status: Unrestricted

NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD TO SOLE SOURCE

This Special Notice constitutes the only solicitation. A written solicitation will not be issued. Solicitation Number 70Z03825QL0000123 is issued as a Special Notice of Intent to Award to  AIRBUS DS MILITARY AIRCRAFT, INC (Cage Code 0DAF1), 8100 AIRBUS MILITARY DRIVE  MOBILE, AL 36608-3110  for the purchase of Two (2) Annunciator, Mast WA; Three (3) Lighted Panel IFF; Three (3) Push Button, Lighted.  In support of the HC-144 Aircraft Vendors may quote on the following

          NSN                                 Nomenclature                      Part Number                    QTY

6340-HS3-7754                    Annunciator, Mast WA          GRB75-3A-E3-6-2-INVG*          2

1680-01-HS3-3934                 Lighted Panel, IFF                    SC410834A                         3

5930-01-HS3-1022              Push Button, Lighted             110VF+100F21KJBZR              3

All items must have clear traceability to the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM),  for Line Item 1,2 & 3, AIRBUS DS MILITARY AIRCRAFT, INC (Cage Code 0117B); Traceability means a clear, complete, documented, and auditable paper trail which traces each step from an OEM or distributor to its current location.

Incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through FAC 2025-04 Effective June 11, 2025. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard (NAICS) Code is 6610.  The small business size standard is 1,250 employees.

The following attachments apply to this solicitation:

Attachment A – Terms and Conditions

Attachment B – Redacted Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition

It is anticipated that a Sole Source Purchase Order will be awarded as a result of this notice pending the availability of funds. It is the Government’s belief that AIRBUS DS MILITARY AIRCRAFT, INC only has the required proprietary technical and engineering data to provide the purchase of Two (2) Annunciator, Mast WA; Three (3) Lighted Panel IFF; Three (3) Push Button, Lighted. Concerns having the expertise and required capabilities to provide these parts are invited to submit complete information discussing the same within ten (10) calendar days from this posting. Vendors who do not meet the capability requirement will not be considered. The notice of intent will not be extended or the award delayed for a vendor to submit their data for capability determination or for registration in SAM.gov.

Please note: Only quotations with shipping terms of F.O.B. Destination or F.O.B Origin will be accepted, shipping terms of Ex Works (EXW) will not be accepted.

The closing date for this intent to award notice is 07/25/2025 at 4:00 pm EST. Point of contact for this intent to award notice is Debra.w.heath@uscg.mil. Please indicate 70Z03825QL0000123 in the subject line.

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