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Department of Homeland Security

Repair Seat, Observer for U.S. Coast Guard Aircraft HC-27J

Solicitation: 70Z03826QW0000053
Notice ID: eba36a7f482245fd8b6c523c46a94d19

Combined Synopsis Solicitation from US COAST GUARD • HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF. Place of performance: NC. Response deadline: Feb 16, 2026. Industry: NAICS 488190 • PSC J016.

Market snapshot

Awarded-market signal for NAICS 488190 (last 12 months), benchmarked to sector 48.

12-month awarded value
$7,811,301
Sector total $1,173,350,178 • Share 0.7%
Live
Median
$29,302
P10–P90
$8,054$177,388
Volatility
Volatile200%
Market composition
NAICS share of sector
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0.7%
share
Momentum (last 3 vs prior 3 buckets)
+39189%($7,771,638)
Deal sizing
$29,302 median
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Place of performance
Elizabeth City, North Carolina • 27909 United States
State: NC
Contracting office
Elizabeth City, NC • 27909 USA

Point of Contact

Name
Allison T Meads
Email
allison.t.meads@uscg.mil
Phone
Not available

Agency & Office

Department
HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF
Agency
US COAST GUARD
Subagency
AVIATION LOGISTICS CENTER (ALC)(00038)
Office
Not available
Contracting Office Address
Elizabeth City, NC
27909 USA

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Description

This is a solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with (IAW) the format in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) subpart 12.201 as supplemented with additional information included in this notice.  This announcement constitutes as the only solicitation; quotations are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.  Solicitation number 70Z03826QW0000053 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ).  This solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect as of November 28, 2025, IAW the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO).

The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 488190. The small business size standard is $40 million. This is a restricted solicitation. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which shall be considered by the agency.

It is anticipated that a firm-fixed price purchase order shall be awarded on a sole source basis to Ipeco Inc. (CAGE Code: 5Z814) as a result of this solicitation for the following items:

SCHEDULE OF SUPPLIES

Line Item 1

Nomenclature:                          Seat, Observer

National Stock Number (NSN): 1680-01-HS3-3827

Part Number (P/N):                   3A275-0007-01-1Z  (Manufacturer CAGE Code: K9075)

Quantity:                                  1 Each

Line Item 2

Nomenclature:                          Seat, Observer

National Stock Number (NSN): 1680-99-727-6832

Part Number (P/N):                   3A275-0007-01-3  (Manufacturer CAGE Code: K9075)

Quantity:                                  2 Each

Sources must be able to obtain the required technical expertise, engineering data, and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM), Ipeco Holdings Limited (Cage Code K9075), parts required to successfully perform the required repairs/overhauls. Concerns having the expertise and required capabilities to provide these repairs/overhauls are invited to submit offers in accordance with the requirements stipulated in this solicitation

The contractor shall furnish a Certificate of Conformance (COC) IAW FAR clause 52.246-15. The COC must be submitted in the format specified in the clause.

NOTE: NO DRAWINGS, SPECIFICATIONS, OR SCHEMATICS ARE AVAILABLE FROM THE USCG.

Please carefully review this solicitation’s attachments for additional information and requirements such as applicable clauses and instructions to offerors:

  1. Terms and Conditions
  2. Statement of Work
  3. Redacted Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition
  4. Wage Determination

Please note: Only quotations with shipping terms of F.O.B. Destination or F.O.B Origin will be accepted. Shipping terms of Ex Works (EXW) or Incoterms 2020 (to include but not limited to DAP Incoterms 2020 and FCA, Incoterms 2020) will not be accepted.
 

The closing date and time for receipt of offers is 16 February 2026 at 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time.  Email quotations are preferred and may be sent to Allison.T.Meads@uscg.mil. Please indicate 70Z03826QW0000053 in the subject line. 

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Updated: Feb 14, 2026
Executive summary

This solicitation from the U.S. Coast Guard is for the repair of Observer Seats required for HC-27J aircraft, issued as RFQ 70Z03826QW0000053. The required items include specific part numbers associated with Ipeco Inc. (CAGE Code: 5Z814). The response deadline is set for February 16, 2026, indicating a tight timeline for submission. The award is anticipated to be made on a sole source basis, highlighting the exclusivity of the required parts and expertise.

What the buyer is trying to do

The U.S. Coast Guard is seeking qualified vendors to provide repair services for specific Observer Seats for HC-27J aircraft. The agency requires technical expertise and OEM parts from Ipeco Holdings Limited.

Work breakdown
  • Understand the technical requirements and specifications outlined in the solicitation.
  • Initiate contact with Ipeco Holdings Limited for any necessary parts or technical data.
  • Prepare and submit a quotation by the response deadline, February 16, 2026.
  • Include a Certificate of Conformance as per FAR clause 52.246-15 in the quotation.
Response package checklist
  • Completed quotation form as per solicitation instructions.
  • Technical capability statement including relevant experience.
  • Certificate of Conformance (COC) in specified format.
  • Detailed pricing based on the line items and quantities requested.
Suggested keywords
HC-27J aircraftObserver Seat repairsIpecoCertificate of ConformanceF.O.B. shipping termsAviation logisticsNSN 1680-01-HS3-3827
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  • No information available on the expected delivery schedule post-award.
  • No specified duration for the performance period in the solicitation.
  • Further details on the evaluation criteria for bid submissions are unclear.

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