PROCUREMENT OF PACKING WITH RETAIN FOR USE ON MH-65

This solicitation (RFQ 70Z03826QB0000221) seeks quotations for “packing with retain” components to be used on USCG MH‑65 aircraft. The Government requires: • Full traceability to the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) – Airbus (CAGE F5442). • Compliance with FAA Part 21 certification and a Certificate of Conformance (COC) for all newly manufactured items. • Delivery of up to 10,000 units initially, with an option for the USCG to increase quantity to a maximum of 20,000 units within one calendar year after the purchase‑order award. • Firm‑fixed‑price purchase order; the lowest technically acceptable price will be awarded. • All parts must meet commercial or military specifications and be airworthy. • Alternate part numbers are acceptable if they meet the same traceability and certification requirements. • No drawings or specifications are provided; offers must be based on the attached “Requirements – 70Z03826QB0000221” Excel sheet. • Quotes must be submitted electronically by the deadline; phone quotes are not accepted. Key points for the vendor: • Ability to source or manufacture parts with OEM traceability and FAA‑approved certification. • Capacity to deliver up to 20 k units and handle optional quantity increases. • Experience with aerospace‑grade packaging and retention hardware for rotor‑craft. • Compliance with extensive FAR, HSAR, and security clauses (e.g., Buy‑American, security prohibitions, FASCSA). • Ability to provide required documentation (COC, traceability records, quality‑control manuals). • Must be a responsible source; small‑business size standard is 1,250 employees (though not set‑aside).