Aircraft Seating Components
ID: 70Z03825QJ0000026Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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)

PSC

MISCELLANEOUS AIRCRAFT ACCESSORIES AND COMPONENTS (1680)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/49d10958959a4e76b5a2956f2504247d/view
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    Description

    The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), is seeking quotations for specialized aircraft seating components, including seat lumbar cushions and aircraft seat cushions, from BAE Systems Land and Armaments L.P. This procurement is critical for maintaining the operational readiness of the MH-60T aircraft, as the existing components face issues of failure and corrosion, necessitating their replacement. The contract will be awarded on a sole source basis due to BAE Systems being the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) with exclusive rights to the necessary technical data and specifications. Interested vendors must submit their quotations by November 26, 2024, at 2:00 PM EDT, and can direct inquiries to Julie Lininger at julie.g.lininger@uscg.mil or the MRR Procurement Mailbox at mrr-procurement@uscg.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Julie Lininger
    julie.g.lininger@uscg.mil
    MRR Procurement Mailbox
    mrr-procurement@uscg.mil
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    Attachment 1 - Terms and Conditons - 70Z03825QJ0000026.pdf
    The document outlines the terms and conditions for a federal solicitation related to the procurement of commercial products and services for the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) from BAE Systems Land and Armaments. It emphasizes compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and the Homeland Security Acquisition Regulation (HSAR). Key details include evaluation criteria prioritizing fair pricing and technical acceptability, with offers evaluated sequentially based on price. The required items, including specific cushion components, must be manufactured by the Original Equipment Manufacturer. Offerors must provide certifications related to telecommunications, business classification (such as small business status), and compliance with various federal regulations, including those addressing labor issues and tax liabilities. The quality assurance section stresses immediate notification of any product issues, maintaining a rigorous quality control manual, and provision of accurate documentation during delivery, including a Certificate of Conformance. The structure of the document encompasses evaluation criteria, compliance requirements, shipping instructions, and specific clauses relevant to contract terms. Collectively, this document serves to ensure that contract awards go to responsible, ethical, and compliant vendors while facilitating the procurement process for critical items necessary for the USCG's operations.
    Attachment 2 - Redacted J and A - 70Z03825QJ0000026.pdf
    The document presents a justification for awarding a sole source contract by the USCG Aviation Logistics Center for specialized items required in the maintenance of MH-60T aircraft. The contract, deemed necessary under statutory authority 41 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) and FAR 13.106-1(b), supports the acquisition of parts from BAE Systems Land & Armaments L.P. as the sole manufacturer possessing the unique technical data and specifications vital for procurement. The items, including seat lumbar cushions and components, face issues of failures and corrosion, necessitating their replacement. The justification explains that BAE Systems is the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and owns exclusive rights to the technical data required for manufacturing. Despite extensive market research, no alternative suppliers possess the necessary rights or capabilities to fulfill this requirement. The document acknowledges the difficulty in fostering competition due to the proprietary nature of the required specifications, alongside the government's lack of technical data, which precludes the development of a satisfactory purchase description. Emphasizing the complexity and critical operational requirements, the justification underlines that acquiring the technical rights was deemed economically unviable for the U.S. government.
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