Repair Seat, Observer for U.S. Coast Guard Aircraft HC-27J
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.
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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:
- Terms and Conditions
- Statement of Work
- Redacted Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition
- 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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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.
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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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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