Repair Water Collectors for U.S. Coast Guard Aircraft HC-144
ID: 70Z03826QL0000031Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFUS COAST GUARDAVIATION LOGISTICS CENTER (ALC)(00038)Elizabeth City, NC, 27909, USA

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Other Support Activities for Air Transportation (488190)

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MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- AIRCRAFT COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES (J016)
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    The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the U.S. Coast Guard, is soliciting quotations for the repair of water collectors for the HC-144 aircraft, under solicitation number 70Z03826QL0000031. The procurement involves three water collectors (Part Number 776903-3, NSN 2915-01-308-6455), which are critical components unique to the aircraft and require specialized expertise and OEM parts for repair. This opportunity is restricted to qualified sources, particularly Aerokool Aviation Corp., an OEM-approved distributor, due to the unique nature of the items and the necessity for compliance with OEM specifications. Interested parties must submit their quotations by January 13, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time, with email submissions preferred to Allison T. Meads at allison.t.meads@uscg.mil.

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    The document outlines the justification for a sole-source procurement under Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP) for the repair of three water collectors (P/N 776903-3 NSN 2915-01-308-6455) for HC-144 aircraft. The procurement, identified by Purchase Request 5357-CB03 and Project HC-144, cites 10 U.S.C. § 3204(a)(1) as the authority, stating that only one responsible source exists. The items are unique to the aircraft, and the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), HAMILTION SUNSTRAND (CAGE CODE 73030), owns all technical data rights, making it uneconomical for the government to purchase these rights. Efforts to find alternative sources through past procurement history and the Inventory Locator Service (ILS®) require traceability to the OEM, new material condition, and adherence to delivery dates. The suggested source, AEROKOOL AVIATION CORP (CAGE CODE 1A821), is an OEM-approved distributor. The USCG cannot change service requirements due to operational safety and flight-critical needs, as these are dictated by the OEM. The government does not possess or plan to develop the technical data for manufacturing these parts. Future efforts to overcome competition barriers include continued market research through subscription services, alternative systems, industry periodicals, and trade shows.
    This government solicitation, 70Z03826QL0000031, outlines the terms and conditions for the acquisition of commercial items by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), specifically for the repair of Coast Guard aircraft components. It details instructions for offerors, including submission requirements, acceptance periods, and procedures for late submissions. The evaluation criteria prioritize technical acceptability—requiring current FAA, OEM, or Air Force certification and adherence to maintenance manuals—and lowest price. Key clauses cover quality assurance, packaging, shipping to Elizabeth City, NC, and inspection/acceptance procedures, including the necessity of a Certificate of Conformance. The solicitation also incorporates numerous FAR clauses by reference, particularly those pertaining to supply chain security, prohibitions on certain telecommunications equipment and services, restrictions on business operations in Sudan and Iran, and certifications related to various labor and trade regulations. Contractors are required to conduct reasonable inquiries into their supply chains for compliance and report any non-conformities.
    This Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the requirements for contractors to provide inspection, repair, and overhaul services for specific Coast Guard components, including four Water Collectors (Part Number 776903-3, NSN 2915-01-308-6455). Contractors must be an OEM, OEM Authorized Repair Center, or FAA Certified 145 Repair Center acceptable to the Coast Guard and comply with OEM specifications, manuals, and service bulletins. They must also be ISO 9000 compliant or have an acceptable quality system. The SOW details repair levels (inspect/repair as necessary, overhaul), handling of corrosion, and procedures for requesting a component to be deemed Beyond Economical Repair (BER). Key contractor responsibilities include providing a Teardown and Inspection Report (TIR) within five days of inspection, notifying the Contracting Officer (KO) of missing parts, and ensuring thorough cleaning of components. A ninety-day turn-around-time (TAT) is required, with earlier delivery desired. All repaired components must be airworthy and include an FAA airworthiness release 8130-3 Certificate or EASA Form-1, or an authorized Certificate of Conformance. Packaging must adhere to CMMs, ANSI/ESD S541 or MIL-STD-2073 for ESDS components, and ATA-300 for others, with specific labeling requirements. The Coast Guard will perform final inspection and acceptance.
    This document is a wage determination for Service Contract Act covered contracts in Dade County, Florida, outlining minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for various occupations. It specifies health and welfare benefits, including a standard rate and a separate rate for contracts covered by Executive Order (EO) 13706, which mandates paid sick leave. The determination also details vacation accrual, a minimum of eleven paid holidays, and conditions for hazardous pay differentials. Special footnotes address computer employees, clarifying exemptions, and air traffic controllers/weather observers, outlining night and Sunday pay differentials. Additionally, it includes provisions for uniform allowances and a conformance process for unlisted occupations, ensuring appropriate wage rates and benefits for all service employees.
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