H-65 Environmental Control System (ECS), Procurement and Sustainment; Request for Information (RFI)
ID: 70Z03825IB0000001Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/4cde934f0bab4003ad668e18b0577eee/view
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    Description

    The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the U.S. Coast Guard, is seeking information regarding the procurement and sustainment of a new Environmental Control System (ECS) to replace the existing vapor cycle refrigeration system in the H-65 helicopter. The Coast Guard aims to identify ECS solutions that are lighter in weight and provide greater cooling capacity, with a focus on future avionics upgrades and compliance with specific design and integration requirements. The H-65 helicopter is crucial for short-range search and rescue operations, and the new ECS will enhance its operational capabilities. Interested suppliers must submit their responses by October 16, 2024, to Alyson Harrison at alyson.s.harrison2@uscg.mil, and include their company information and capability statements as outlined in the RFI numbered 70Z03825IB0000001.

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    RFI 70Z03825IB0000001.pdf
    The United States Coast Guard has issued a Request for Information (RFI) for the procurement and sustainment of a new Environmental Control System (ECS) to replace the existing vapor cycle refrigeration system in the H-65 helicopter. This RFI, numbered 70Z03825IB0000001 and posted on October 2, 2024, aims to solicit insights from industry regarding ECS solutions that are lighter and offer greater cooling capacity, focused on future avionics upgrades. The inquiry seeks information about the qualifications of potential suppliers, including their business size, certification status, previous government contracts, and capability statements. The ECS must comply with specific design, integration, and support requirements, and suppliers need to demonstrate their eligibility as original equipment manufacturers with FAA certifications. The Coast Guard will review the responses and may issue a subsequent request for proposals based on the information received. All submissions must be received by October 16, 2024, to be considered. This RFI serves as a vital step in the Coast Guard’s planning for the H-65 ECS replacement project, emphasizing an open architecture approach and comprehensive documentation for future integration efforts.
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