Bid guide
How to bid on MH-65E Aircraft Seat Spare Parts for the US Coast Guard
What the Coast Guard is buying
The United States Coast Guard (USCG) Aviation Logistics Center (ALC) is seeking new, FAA-approved spare parts for the pilot, co-pilot, and mechanic seats on their MH-65E aircraft. This is for an Indefinite Delivery Requirements type contract, which will have a one-year base period and up to four one-year option periods, not to exceed five years in total.
The Coast Guard plans to award this contract to BAE Systems Land & Armaments, L.P. as a sole source, but other qualified sources are invited to submit quotes. All parts must include manufacturer traceability and certificates of conformance to ensure airworthiness and safety.
Key dates and deadlines
The solicitation was published on August 27, 2026. Offers are due by September 14, 2026, at 4:30 PM ET. Any quotations received after this date and time will be considered late.
This deadline has been extended multiple times through amendments, so ensure your submission is on time for the current closing date.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is best suited for firms that can supply new, FAA-approved aircraft spare parts, specifically for MH-65E aircraft seats. The North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 336413, with a small business size standard of 1,250 employees.
Vendors must be able to provide a Certificate of Conformance (COC) and traceability to the original equipment manufacturer (OEM). If you are not the OEM or an authorized distributor, you must provide a clear, complete, documented, and auditable paper trail tracing the product back to the manufacturer or authorized distributor, with no more than two exchanges prior to USCG delivery. Only new parts will be accepted, and no substitute parts will be considered.
How to respond
This is a Request for Quotation (RFQ), and a written solicitation will not be issued beyond this announcement. To access the full details and attachments, click “View original source” on the portal. You may need to click it twice if the first click takes you to the portal's homepage. A free account might be required to view documents.
E-mailed quotations are required and must be sent to [email protected]. You must indicate solicitation number 70Z03826RB0000006 in the subject line of your email. Phone call quotations will not be accepted.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Carefully review all attached documents, including the Schedule of Supplies, Provisions, Clauses, and Terms and Conditions. Pay close attention to the specific requirements for FAA approval, Certificates of Conformance, and traceability to the OEM.
Ensure your quote clearly demonstrates your ability to meet all quality and safety standards. Since this is solicited on a sole source basis to BAE Systems, your submission must strongly establish your firm as a qualified and responsible alternative source. Double-check that all required certifications and traceability documentation are complete and accurate before submission.
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.