Forward Skin

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security, through its Aviation Logistics Center in Elizabeth City, North Carolina, has awarded a contract for the procurement of a forward skin component specifically designed for use on MH-60T aircraft. This procurement is part of a Total Small Business Set-Aside under FAR 19.5, ensuring the opportunity is reserved exclusively for small businesses as defined by the Small Business Administration. The contract, identified by solicitation number 70Z03826PR0000222 and classified under NAICS code 336413 for aircraft manufacturing, has been formally posted with an award notice dated June 26, 2026. The item is intended for performance at the Camarillo, California location with a zip code of 93011, indicating the final integration or assembly site for the part. Primary point of contact for inquiries and coordination is Austin Ivins, reachable via email at Austin.R.Ivins@uscg.mil. The contract is managed under the Office of the Aviation Logistics Center and reflects a specialized procurement requirement tied to maintenance and support of Coast Guard-operated MH-60T helicopters. The set-aside status reinforces federal goals to promote small business participation in defense and homeland security supply chains, while the specific item designation and location highlight the operational relevance of the forward skin to aircraft readiness and structural integrity. All activities associated with this contract must comply with federal procurement standards and meet the technical specifications required for flight-critical aircraft components.