How to bid on Fittings, Beams, and Fitting Assemblies for Homeland Security

What the agency is buying and why it matters

The U.S. Coast Guard, part of the Department of Homeland Security, is seeking fittings, beams, and fitting assemblies for its aircraft. This will be a five-year requirements contract, consisting of one base year and four option years. The contract will be firm-fixed pricing, and delivery orders will be issued as items are needed.

All parts must be factory new, airworthy, and come from an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), an OEM-approved manufacturer or distributor, or an approved source. Specifically, Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation (SAC) and Fraccaro Industries Inc. are the only approved sources of supply. Vendors must provide certifications and manufacturer traceability to ensure the parts meet Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) guidelines or equivalent European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) certifications for airworthiness.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

Quotations for this Request for Quotation (RFQ) are due by August 13, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time. All offers must be submitted by this deadline to be considered. The agency anticipates making an award on or about August 31, 2026.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for businesses that supply aircraft parts, specifically fittings, beams, and fitting assemblies. Vendors must be able to provide factory new, airworthy parts with full traceability to an OEM or approved source. The North American Industry Classification Standard (NAICS) Code for this solicitation is 336413, with a small business size standard of 1,250 employees. This is an unrestricted requirement, meaning all responsible sources may submit a quotation.

How to respond

To respond to this solicitation, you must first access the opportunity on the portal. Click “View original source” to open the opportunity. If the first click takes you to the portal’s homepage, click the link again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view all documents, though this is not always required.

Once you have reviewed the solicitation documents, including "Attachment 1 – Schedule of Supplies," "Attachment 2 – Terms and Conditions," and "Attachment 3 – Redacted J and A," prepare your quotation. Email your completed quotation to [email protected]. Ensure you include the solicitation number 70Z03826QJ0000007 in the subject line of your email.

Practical tips for a competitive response

Carefully review all attachments, especially the "Schedule of Supplies" and "Terms and Conditions," to understand the exact items required and all applicable clauses and evaluation criteria. Since only items requested in the solicitation will be considered, ensure your offer aligns precisely with the listed requirements.

Pay close attention to the requirement for factory new, airworthy parts and the need for certifications and traceability to the manufacturer. If you are not the OEM, you must clearly demonstrate traceability for your offered products back to the manufacturer. Providing a Certificate of Conformance (COC) in the specified format is also mandatory. Ensure all documentation is complete and accurate to demonstrate your ability to meet the quality and safety standards for USCG aircraft.