Gulfstream G550 Purchase
ID: 70Z02325RFI9310001Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFUS COAST GUARDHQ CONTRACT OPERATIONS (CG-912)(000WASHINGTON, DC, 20593, USA

PSC

AIRCRAFT, FIXED WING (1510)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/f4bc00eb566c432b9997b133cd045640/view
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    Description

    The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the United States Coast Guard (USCG), is seeking qualified vendors to provide a Gulfstream G550 aircraft through a Sources Sought notice aimed at gathering capability statements for this procurement. The aircraft must be FAA certified and meet specific operational requirements, including flight hours, engine cycles, and advanced communication and avionics standards necessary for long-range command and control missions. This initiative is critical for replacing the USCG's current G550, ensuring continued operational effectiveness in global operations. Interested vendors should submit their capabilities statements, preliminary pricing, and availability timelines to Jennifer McMahon at Jennifer.D.McMahon@uscg.mil or Matthew L. Wallace at matthew.l.wallace@uscg.mil, as this notice is for information purposes only and does not obligate the USCG to issue a contract.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jennifer McMahon
    (206) 836-4105
    Jennifer.D.McMahon@uscg.mil
    Matthew L. Wallace
    matthew.l.wallace@uscg.mil
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    Sources Sought Notice for Gulfstream G550.pdf
    The United States Coast Guard (USCG) has issued a Sources Sought notice to gather capability statements from vendors for the procurement of a Gulfstream G550 aircraft. This initiative aims to evaluate potential contracting strategies for replacing their current G550 used for long-range command and control missions. The aircraft must be FAA certified, with specific requirements for flight hours, engine cycles, and cabin configurations that support extensive operational capabilities. Additionally, the aircraft must meet advanced communication and avionics standards for global operations, while providing essential maintenance and technical support documentation. Interested vendors are invited to submit their capabilities statement along with preliminary pricing and availability timelines, ensuring their offerings align with the outlined specifications. The document clarifies that this notice is for information purposes only and does not obligate USCG to issue a contract.
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