Repair/Overhaul Control-Propeller for U.S. Coast Guard Aircraft HC-144

The U.S. Coast Guard is seeking to procure repair and overhaul services for specific CONTROL-PROPELLER parts (P/N 782490-57 NSN 1610-01-530-8255) for HC-144 aircraft. This procurement is justified as an

The United States Coast Guard (USCG) requires inspection, repair, and overhaul services for propeller control components from Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), OEM Authorized Repair Centers, or FAA Certified 145 Repair Centers. The contractor must be ISO 9000 compliant or have an acceptable quality system, adhering strictly to OEM specifications, manuals, and service bulletins. The SOW specifies repair and overhaul procedures, including corrosion management and criteria for declaring items Beyond Economical Repair (BER) by the USCG. Contractors must provide a Teardown and Inspection Report (TIR) within five days of inspection and ensure components are thoroughly cleaned of hazardous materials. A 90-day turnaround time is required, with components needing to be airworthy and accompanied by an FAA 8130-3 Certificate or EASA Form-1. Packaging must comply with CMMs and ATA-300 standards, ensuring protection during transit and storage. The USCG reserves the right to invoke Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) requirements, with final inspection by ALC quality assurance personnel.

This government solicitation (70Z03826QL0000098) outlines the terms and conditions for federal acquisitions of commercial items, specifically for the repair and overhaul of propeller control units for the Coast Guard. It details instructions for offerors, including submission requirements, acceptance periods, and procedures for late submissions. Key evaluation factors are technical acceptability, requiring FAA or OEM certification and adherence to maintenance manuals, and price. The solicitation emphasizes compliance with various federal regulations, including those concerning telecommunications equipment, supply chain security, and prohibitions related to Sudan and Iran. Contractors must also adhere to strict quality assurance, packaging, shipping, and invoicing instructions, with a required delivery within 90 days. The document also covers whistleblower rights and sustainable product requirements.