HC-27J AIRCRAFT SPARES
ID: 70Z03825QW0000009Type: 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 Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413)

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MISCELLANEOUS AIRCRAFT ACCESSORIES AND COMPONENTS (1680)
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    The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the U.S. Coast Guard, is seeking to procure two Single Load Master CP components for the HC-27J aircraft, with a potential option for two additional units. This procurement is intended to support the operational capabilities of the aircraft, and the components can only be supplied by the Original Equipment Manufacturer, Leonardo S.P.A., due to proprietary rights to the necessary technical data. Interested vendors must submit their quotations by November 21, 2024, at 4:00 PM EST, and are encouraged to contact Debra W. Heath at debra.w.heath@uscg.mil for further details regarding the solicitation number 70Z03825QW0000009.

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    The solicitation 70Z03825QW0000009 outlines the regulations and requirements for vendors responding to U.S. Coast Guard procurement requests. It emphasizes adherence to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Homeland Security Acquisition Regulation (HSAR). Vendors must ensure compliance with various clauses including those related to covered telecommunications equipment, specifically prohibitions against using certain technologies linked to the government of Iran or with ties to compromised telecommunications equipment. Key provisions include representations on telecommunications services, evaluation criteria emphasizing technical acceptability alongside pricing, and requirements for submitting quotes. The solicitation includes mandates for reviewing the System for Award Management (SAM) for excluded entities and requires disclosures concerning prior debarments, compliance with federal tax obligations, and certifications regarding child labor. The document highlights the importance of providing detailed information regarding the origin of products, ensuring contractors do not engage with banned entities, and adhering to specific government-wide policies aimed at protecting national security. The solicitation also provides mechanisms for raising protests regarding contract awards, emphasizing transparency and accountability throughout the procurement process.
    The document outlines the justification for a sole-source procurement process for specific parts required for the C27J aircraft by the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG). It emphasizes the need for a sole-source acquisition based on unique characteristics of the required Load Master CP components, specifically part number 727-0322/02MOD01. The justification references federal acquisition regulations, explaining that only the aircraft's Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), Leonardo S.P.A., can legally supply these components due to proprietary rights to technical data and specifications. The document describes the extensive market research undertaken by the USCG to identify available suppliers, highlighting the operational and legal constraints that limit competition. It concludes that purchasing the rights to manufacture these parts is economically impractical. The document serves to ensure compliance with procurement regulations while outlining obstacles to competition and describing ongoing efforts to explore alternative sources for future acquisitions.
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