Notice of Intent to Award Sole Source for Auto Torquer
The Department of the Air Force, 673d Contracting Squadron, Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, has issued a Special Notice announcing its intent to award a sole source, firm fixed price contract to Bauer, Inc. for the acquisition of an 8731 Series Wheel Assembly Torque System. This procurement will be conducted under the authority of FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i) due to the need for compatibility with the current system and increased unique capabilities that only Bauer, Inc. can provide.
The purpose of this Special Notice is to inform interested organizations that the government deems Bauer, Inc. the only authorized source for the required wheel assembly torque system. While interested parties may submit their capabilities and qualifications in writing by August 8, 2024, the government retains sole discretion in determining whether to compete this proposed effort. No solicitation or request for quotes will be issued as a result of this notice. The estimated value of the contract is $172,520.00, and the statutory authority allowing other than full and open competition is FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i).
Department of the Air Force Pacific Air Forces
7/25/24, 7:49 PM Tire, Main Landing Gear for C27J Aircraft
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR subpart 12.6 and part 13, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotations are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. Solicitation Number 70Z03823QW0000013 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ). This solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2022-08, effective Oct 28, 2022.
The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 336413. The small business size standard is 1,250 employees. This is a Total Small Busniess Set Aside requirement. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which shall be considered by the agency.
At the time of award, the USCG intends to place an order for the purchase of thirty (30) item(s). IAW Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 52.217-6 the USCG may require sixty (60) additional items for a maximum quantity of ninty (90) items at the same price as the original order, for up to three hundred and sixty-five (365) days after the initial award date.**Please note that if the USCG chooses to exercise any optional quantity modifications, such modifications will be issued unilaterally to the contractor.
All items must have clear traceability to the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), GoodYear Tire and Rubber (Cage Code 04NP4). Traceability means a clear, complete, documented, and auditable paper trail which traces each step from an OEM or distributor to its current location.
The contractor shall furnish a COC in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clause 52.246-15. COC must be submitted in the format specified in the clause. Offerors must be able to provide necessary certification including traceability to the manufacturer, manufacturer's COC and its own certificate of conformance. Prospective vendors who are not the OEM must provide traceability for the offered product back to the manufacturer or authorized distributor.
Concerns having the expertise and required capabilities to provide these items are invited to submit offers in accordance with the requirements stipulated in this solicitation. Alternate Parts will be authorized if they are an OEM approved alternate part that satisfies all form, fit, and function requirements of the original parts and conform to the approved configuration.
NOTE: NO DRAWINGS, SPECIFICATIONS OR SCHEMATICS ARE AVAILABLE FROM THIS AGENCY.
The following attachments apply to this solicitation:
Requirements – 70Z03823QW0000013
Terms and Conditions- 70Z03823QW0000013
The closing date for this intent to award notice is Nov 28, 2022 at 5:00 pm ET. Point of contact for this intent to award notice is dane.w.hobbs@uscg.mil. Please indicate 70Z03823QW0000013 in the subject line
NOTICE FOR FILING AGENCY PROTESTS
United States Coast Guard Ombudsman Program
It is the policy of the United States Coast Guard (USCG) to issue solicitations and make contract awards in a fair and timely manner. The Ombudsman Program for Agency Protests (OPAP) was established to investigate agency protest issues and resolve them without expensive and time- consuming litigation. OPAP is an independent reviewing authority that is empowered to grant a prevailing protester essentially the same relief as the Government Accountability Office (GAO).
Interested parties are encouraged to seek resolution of their concerns within the USCG as an Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) forum rather than filing a protest with the GAO or some external forum. Interested parties may seek resolution of their concerns informally or opt to file a formal agency protest with the Contracting Officer or Ombudsman.
Informal Forum with the Ombudsman. Interested parties who believe a specific USCG procurement is unfair or otherwise defective should first direct their concerns to the applicable Contracting Officer. If the Contracting Officer is unable to satisfy their concerns, interested parties are encouraged to contact the U.S. Coast Guard Ombudsman for Agency Protests. Under this informal process the agency is not required to suspend contract award performance. Use of an informal forum does not suspend any time requirement for filing a protest with the agency or other forum. In order to ensure a timely response, interested parties should provide the following information to the Ombudsman: solicitation/contract number, contracting office, Contracting Officer, and solicitation closing date (if applicable).
Formal Agency Protest with the Ombudsman. Prior to submitting a formal agency protest, protesters must first use their best efforts to resolve their concerns with the Contracting Officer through open and frank discussions. If the protester’s concerns are unresolved, an Independent Review is available by the Ombudsman. The protester may file a formal agency protest to either the Contracting Officer or as an alternative to that, the Ombudsman under the OPAP program.
Contract award or performance will be suspended during the protest period unless contract award or performance is justified, in writing, for urgent and compelling reasons or is determined in writing to be in the best interest of the Government. The agency’s goal is to resolve protests in less than 35 calendar days from the date of filing. Protests shall include the information set forth in FAR 33.103(d) (2). If the protester fails to submit the required information, resolution of the protest may be delayed or the protest may be dismissed. To be timely protests must be filed within the period specified in FAR 33.103(e). Formal protests filed under the OPAP program should be submitted electronically to OPAP@uscg.mil and the Contracting Officer or by hand delivery to the Contracting Officer.
Election of Forum. After an interested party protests a Coast Guard procurement to the Contracting Officer or the Ombudsman, and while the protest is pending, the protester agrees not to file a protest with the GAO or other external forum. If the protest is filed with an external forum, the agency protest will be dismissed.
70Z03823QW0000013 Department of Homeland Security US Coast Guard
11/22/22, 11:08 AM Material Handling Equipment (MHE) Spare Parts
The Defense Logistics Agency Distribution awarded contract SP3300-24-P-0508 to WISECOM TECHNOLOGIES INC on April 9, 2024 for the provision of Material Handling Equipment (MHE) Spare Parts. The total value of the awarded contract is $30,718.30. This contract was set aside for small businesses under a total small business set-aside.
SP3300-24-P-0508 Defense Logistics Agency Distribution
4/10/24, 3:24 PM MH 65 Spare Parts
Paragraph 1:
This solicitation is for the procurement of MH-65 spare parts, specifically NSN 2620-99-958-9656 (MLG Tubeless Tire), on behalf of the United States Coast Guard (USCG) Aviation Logistics Center in Elizabeth City, NC. The key requirements include providing new manufactured commercial items from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) or an OEM-approved source, with full traceability and Certificates of Conformance. Parts must be approved in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) guidelines to ensure aircraft safety. Offers will be evaluated on technical acceptability and price, and the Government may exercise an option to increase the quantity by up to 150 units. Quotations and questions are due by June 28, 2024 at 11:00am EST and should be submitted by email.
Paragraph 2:
This is an unrestricted requirement, with a small business size standard of 1,250 employees. No set-aside is used. The applicable NAICS code is 336413 - Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing, and the PSC code is 2620 - Tires And Tubes, Pneumatic, Aircraft. No incumbent or current contractor information is provided. The Government shall ensure all procurements are awarded without jeopardizing quality or safety of flight, and no drawings, specifications, or schematics will be provided by the agency.
70Z03824QB0000168 Department of Homeland Security US Coast Guard
6/21/24, 2:56 PM Purchase of Tire, Main Landing Gear for the HC-27J Aircraft
The United States Coast Guard (USCG) is seeking to procure 40 main landing gear tires for the HC-27J Aircraft through Solicitation Number 70Z03825QW0000021. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with FAR subpart 12.6 and part 13, with a focus on obtaining parts specifically traceable to the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company. Contractors must provide clear documentation demonstrating full traceability and submit a Certificate of Conformance (COC) in compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulation clause 52.246-15. The solicitation requires all parts to meet form, fit, and function requirements, with alternate parts permitted only if they are OEM-approved. Quotations are due by December 16, 2024, at 4:00 pm EST, with potential vendors required to submit their responses to the point of contact, Allison Meads, using the specific solicitation number in the subject line.
This procurement is designated as a Total Small Business Set Aside with a small business size standard of 1,250 employees, targeting firms in the North American Industry Classification Standard Code 336413. The anticipated contract will be awarded as a firm-fixed price purchase order on a competitive basis, with delivery to the USCG Aviation Logistics Center in Elizabeth City, North Carolina. Prospective vendors must be able to provide necessary certifications, including manufacturer traceability documentation and their own certificate of conformance. Shipping terms are limited to F.O.B. Destination or F.O.B. Origin, with alternative shipping terms like Ex Works or various Incoterms 2020 being explicitly rejected. The solicitation includes provisions for an Agency Protest Ombudsman Program to address any potential concerns, with the agency's goal of resolving protests within 35 calendar days of filing.
70Z03825QW0000021 Department of Homeland Security US Coast Guard
12/10/24, 11:16 AM