Redacted J and A - 70Z03826QB0000132.pdf

This is a U.S. Coast Guard Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition for commercial products and services at or below the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT), submitted under FAR 12.102(a), FAR Class Deviation 25-21 Rev. 1 for FAR Part 12.

The procurement is for four towing kits (NSN 1620-14-397-0839, P/N 18855-000-01) to be utilized on MH-65 helicopters. The justification restricts competition to Airbus Inc. Helicopters (UEI: LAD2HL1R71Z3), located at 2701 N. Forum Drive, Grand Prairie, TX 75052-7099, based on the "Brand Name" justification type. The rationale asserts that the spare parts are highly specialized components designed and manufactured exclusively by Airbus Helicopters France (F0210), the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). The document maintains that procurement from any source other than the OEM or authorized distributor Airbus Helicopters, Inc. (CAGE 33527) would compromise aircraft safety and crew safety. All materials delivered must include clear, documented traceability to the OEM and a completed Certificate of Conformance certifying compliance with FAR clause 52.246-15. The contracting officer's fair and reasonable price determination methods are listed but not completed on the form, which was last updated on March 3, 2026.