Bid guide
How to bid on MH-65E Aircraft Seat Spare Parts for the US Coast Guard
What the agency is buying and why it matters
The US Coast Guard (USCG) Aviation Logistics Center (ALC) in Elizabeth City, NC, is seeking spare parts for the pilot, co-pilot, and mechanic seats used on their MH-65E aircraft. This is an important requirement to maintain the airworthiness and operational readiness of these aircraft, ensuring the safety of aircrews.
The solicitation is for an Indefinite Delivery Requirements type contract, which could last up to five years, including a one-year base period and four one-year option periods. This means a successful vendor could have a long-term engagement with the USCG for these critical parts.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
The deadline for submitting offers is August 31, 2026, at 4:30 PM Eastern Daylight Time. Any quotations received after this specific date and time will be considered late and will not be accepted.
Quotations must be emailed to [email protected]. It is crucial to include the solicitation number 70Z03826RB0000006 in the subject line of your email. Phone call quotations will not be accepted.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is primarily suited for suppliers of aircraft equipment and spare parts, specifically those with expertise in components for pilot, co-pilot, and mechanic seats. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard (NAICS) Code is 336413, with a small business size standard of 1,250 employees.
While the USCG intends to award a sole-source contract to BAE Systems Land & Armaments, L.P. as the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and only North American distributor, all responsible sources are invited to submit a quotation for consideration. Vendors must be able to provide new, approved parts with full traceability and certifications.
How to respond to this solicitation
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Your quotation must be emailed to [email protected] by the deadline. Remember to put solicitation number 70Z03826RB0000006 in your email subject line. Ensure your offer addresses all requirements outlined in the solicitation, including providing necessary certifications and traceability for parts.
Practical tips for a competitive response
Focus on demonstrating your ability to provide new, approved parts that meet Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) guidelines for airworthiness. The USCG emphasizes quality and safety of flight, so your proposal should clearly show how your parts meet these standards.
Since the USCG requires traceability to the OEM, ensure you can provide a clear, complete, documented, and auditable paper trail for each part. If you are not the OEM or an authorized distributor, your traceability must show only two exchanges prior to USCG delivery. Only new parts will be accepted, and no substitute parts will be considered. Provide a Certificate of Conformance (COC) in the specified format, along with traceability to the manufacturer.
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.