Bid guide
How to bid on MH-65 Swivel Ring Assembly for the Department of Homeland Security
What the agency is buying and why it matters
The United States Coast Guard, part of the Department of Homeland Security, is seeking new MH-65 swivel ring assemblies for its aircraft. This is a requirement for specific, newly manufactured commercial items with clear traceability to the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), BAE Systems Land & Armaments, L.P. The agency emphasizes that only genuine OEM parts will be accepted, and no substitute or alternate parts will be considered.
This opportunity is important for vendors who can supply these exact parts and meet the strict traceability and certification requirements. The Coast Guard needs these assemblies to ensure the safety and airworthiness of its MH-65 aircraft.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
The deadline for submitting offers and questions is September 14, 2026, at 2:00 PM EDT. All submissions must be sent by email. Phone call quotes will not be accepted.
At the deadline, the agency will review the submitted quotations. While this is an anticipated sole-source award to BAE Systems Land & Armaments, L.P., other responsible sources are invited to submit offers for consideration.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is best suited for firms that can provide newly manufactured MH-65 swivel ring assemblies with direct, documented traceability to the OEM, BAE Systems Land & Armaments, L.P. Vendors must be able to provide a Certificate of Conformance (COC) in accordance with Federal Aviation Regulation, Part 21, and Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clause 52.246-15.
The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code (NAICS) is 336413, which covers aircraft manufacturing. The small business size standard for this NAICS code is 1,250 employees. This is a restricted requirement, but all responsible sources are encouraged to submit a quotation.
How to respond to this solicitation
To respond, you must submit your quotation and any questions by email to [email protected]. Ensure that you include solicitation number 70Z03826QB0000183 in the subject line of your email. The deadline for submission is September 14, 2026, at 2:00 PM EDT.
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Tips for preparing a competitive response
Carefully review all attached documents, including “Requirements – 70Z03826QB0000183,” “Terms and Conditions – 70Z03826QB0000183,” and “Redacted J and A – 70Z03826QB0000183.” Pay close attention to the specific requirements for OEM traceability and certification.
Since this is an anticipated sole-source purchase, your offer must clearly demonstrate how you meet the strict requirements for genuine OEM parts and provide the necessary documentation for traceability and certification. Ensure your quotation is complete, accurate, and addresses all aspects of the solicitation to be considered by the agency.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from US Coast Guard; the original posting controls.