BRAKE ASSEMBLY

This solicitation seeks the procurement of brake assembly components, specifically an actuator and band assembly, through a special notice indicating that only the original equipment manufacturer, Superior-Lidgerwood-Mundy Corp. (CAGE 81033), or its authorized distributors are eligible to respond. Any prospective offeror must submit a verifiable letter from the OEM confirming their status as an authorized distributor, as only these entities can access the proprietary technical data and genuine parts required for compliance. The contract is issued by the Department of Homeland Security’s SFLC Procurement Branch 2, with performance required at the United States Coast Guard facility in Curtis Bay, Maryland, and a strict response deadline of May 13, 2026. Packaging must strictly adhere to MIL-STD-2073-1E Method 10, with double-layer bubble wrap, sealed bagging using heat-sealing or adhesive methods, and Type II or III desiccant per MIL-D-3464 to ensure environmental protection. All items must be labeled in strict compliance with MIL-STD-129R, including NSN, part number, manufacturer, quantity, and end-use designation, with both linear and 2D barcodes for automated tracking using Code 39, Code 128, or Data Matrix formats. The contract incorporates multiple FAR clauses pertaining to cybersecurity and supply chain integrity, including prohibitions on equipment from Kaspersky Lab and certain Chinese telecommunications vendors under Section 889, as well as restrictions on internal confidentiality agreements that impede whistleblower protections. Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov, possess a valid UEI, and complete all required certifications regarding small business status, inverted domestic corporations, and labor practices, though no specific socioeconomic set-aside is applied. Pricing information is incomplete in the available data, with unit and extended prices omitted, and no contract value is disclosed. The Government retains full authority to inspect and accept delivery at the designated destination and may evaluate offers under a trade-off process that considers technical merit alongside price, without mandating the lowest-priced technically acceptable offer. All submissions must be received by the specified deadline via electronic or paper formats and must include complete representations and certifications as required under FAR 52.212-3, with any deviations potentially resulting in non-responsiveness.