MH-65 9 Frame D-Ring Kit
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This solicitation, numbered 70Z03826QB0000189, is a combined synopsis and request for quotation issued under FAR subpart 12.6 for the MH-65 9 Frame D-Ring Kit, a commercial item required for the U.S. Coast Guard’s Aviation Logistics Center in Elizabeth City, North Carolina. The procurement is restricted and anticipated to result in a sole-source firm-fixed price purchase order awarded to Airbus Helicopters, Inc., as it is the only known source capable of providing genuine OEM parts with full traceability back to Airbus Helicopters (Cage Code F0210). Traceability requires an auditable, documented chain from approved OEM sources, and no substitute, alternate, or used parts will be accepted—only newly manufactured components are allowable. All parts must comply with FAA airworthiness standards and be accompanied by a Certificate of Conformance in accordance with FAR Part 21 and FAR clause 52.246-15, ensuring safety and compliance for aircrew operations. The North American Industry Classification System code is 336413, with a small business size standard of 1,250 employees, though this requirement is not open to small business competition due to its sole-source nature. Submission of quotes is mandatory via email to Selmary.MelendezGonzalez3@uscg.mil with the solicitation number in the subject line; telephone quotes are explicitly prohibited. The closing date for receipt of quotations is August 6, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. EDT. The government emphasizes that no drawings, specifications, or schematics will be provided, and all submissions must strictly adhere to the requirements outlined in the attached documents: Requirements, Terms and Conditions, and Redacted J&A. The sole purpose is to ensure the procurement of airworthy, authentic OEM components without compromising flight safety or quality, with best value pursued solely within the constraints of mandatory OEM authenticity and regulatory compliance.
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This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotations are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. Solicitation number 70Z03826QB0000189 is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ). This solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect as of November 28, 2025, IAW the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO).
The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 336413. The small business size standard is 1,250 employees. This is a restricted requirement. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which shall be considered by the agency.
It is anticipated that a firm-fixed price purchase order shall be awarded on a Sole Source basis to Airbus Helicopters, Inc as a result of this synopsis/solicitation. All parts must have clear traceability to the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), Airbus Helicopters (ets de Marignane) (Cage Code: F0210). Traceability means a clear, complete, documented, and auditable paper trail which traces each step from an OEM approved source.
See attached documents titled:
“Requirements – 70Z03826QB0000189,”
“Terms and Conditions – 70Z03826QB0000189” and
“Redacted J and A – 70Z03826QB0000189”.
It is the Government's belief that Airbus Helicopters, Inc. is the only known source to provide traceability and genuine OEM parts. Concerns having the expertise and required capabilities to provide these items are invited to submit offers in accordance with the requirements stipulated in this solicitation.
Parts must be approved in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) guidelines to ensure safety of our aircrew. Best value to the Government is always the goal, but without jeopardizing quality or safety of flight. Only the use of airworthy commercial specifications or standard military specifications/military standard parts will be utilized and approved from this solicitation.
Newly manufactured commercial items will only be procured from sources able to provide a Certificate of Conformance (COC). The Federal Aviation Regulation, Part 21, and Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clause 52.246-15 outline these certification procedures.
NO SUBSTITUTE OR ALTERNATE PARTS WILL BE CONSIDERED. ONLY NEW PARTS WILL BE ACCEPTED.
NOTE: NO DRAWINGS, SPECIFICATIONS OR SCHEMATICS ARE AVAILABLE FROM THIS AGENCY.
Closing date and time for receipt of offers is 06 August 2026 at 11:00am EDT. Quotes and questions shall be submitted by email to Selmary.MelendezGonzalez3@uscg.mil. Please indicate solicitation 70Z03826QB0000189 in the subject line. Phone call quotes WILL NOT be accepted.
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