CHIP DETECTOR, ELECT FOR USE ON MH-65

This solicitation, numbered 70Z03826QB0000131, seeks quotations for a CHIP DETECTOR, ELECT FOR USE ON MH-65 under a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items in accordance with FAR subpart 12.6, governed by the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO) as of November 28, 2025. The requirement is restricted to small businesses as defined by the 1,250-employee size standard under NAICS code 336413, with a total small business set-aside in effect. Award will be made on a brand-name basis to the lowest-priced technically acceptable offeror, using a sequential evaluation process where only the lowest quote is first assessed for technical compliance. All parts must be new, manufactured commercial items sourced exclusively from the Original Equipment Manufacturer, Merchant by Eaton Aerospace LLC (Cage Code 97484), with full, unbroken, auditable traceability from the OEM through every supply chain tier to final delivery, including documentation of ownership history. No drawings, specifications, or schematics are available from the agency, so offerors must rely on the provided requirements document to meet exact part number specifications. Technical acceptability is a mandatory pass/fail gate, and failure to demonstrate traceability or provide an authorized Certificate of Conformance per FAR 52.246-15 will disqualify any offer regardless of price. All submitted offers must include a completed Excel sheet detailing requirements and pricing, hold prices firm for 60 days, and adhere to strict packaging and labeling standards including internal and external labeling with NSN, part number, serial number, quantity, and nomenclature. Packaging is prohibited from using popcorn, shredded paper, Styrofoam, or peanut materials, and each item must be individually enclosed. Delivery must be F.O.B. Destination to Elizabeth City, NC, with invoices submitted electronically to [email hidden] after shipment but not approved until full receipt and verification of traceability. Payment will be made electronically under FAR 52.232-33. The Government requires flow-down of all contract terms through the entire supply chain, compliance with Buy American Act provisions, and adherence to prohibitions against covered telecommunications equipment under Section 889 of the NDAA. Contracting personnel may be accessed via email at [email hidden], with all responses required to