H-60T MTU-HMU_RFI.pdf

H60T MTU & HMU RFI

The United States Coast Guard (USCG) OƯice of Aviation Acquisitions (CG-AIR-A) is releasing this Request for Information (RFI) / Sources Sought Notice pursuant to Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) Part 10, Market Research. This is not a Request for Proposal (RFP) or Request for Quote (RFQ). This request for capability information does not commit the Government to contract for any supply or service, whatsoever. Further, the USCG is not at this time seeking proposals or quotes and will not accept unsolicited proposals or quotations. Submission of any information in response to this market survey is purely voluntary. This RFI is being used as a Market Research tool for informational purposes and for preliminary planning purposes to identify potential sources that possess the required experience and expertise to provide the required support. No reimbursement will be made for any costs associated with providing information in response to this announcement or any follow-up information requests. Small and large businesses are encouraged to respond.

NAICS Code: 541330 Engineering Services

1. Introduction and Purpose

The purpose of this RFI is to determine what commercial solutions and responsible sources exist for the acquisition of two (2) aviation training devices: a Maintainer Training Unit (MTU) and a Hot Mock Up (HMU). If a company is only able to support a single component solution, please identify why the government should consider your product over a company who can support both requirements. Responses will help to shape the acquisition strategy, refine technical requirements, and identify qualified corporate entities with experience in aviation training device production and sustainment support.

Disclaimer and Key Rules of Engagement:

Any pricing information submitted under this RFI is considered an estimate only and is neither binding nor constituting a proposal.

Not responding to this RFI does not preclude participation in any future RFP, if released.

2. Background and Scope

The United States Coast Guard (USCG) is executing a critical strategic transition from a mixed rotary-wing fleet to a standardized, single-platform all-MH-60 Medium Range Recovery (MRR) fleet. To prevent a catastrophic loss of rotary-wing readiness and ensure the flight safety of USCG aircrews, the MH-60 program is scaling significantly beyond its original baseline as the MH-65E fleet sundowns over the next decade. This strategy directly dictates the urgent expansion of our MH-60 maintenance training devices to support a rapidly expanding MH-60 maintenance workforce.

Maintainers are required to execute troubleshooting and general maintenance down to the Line Replaceable Unit (LRU) level per existing Maintenance Procedure Cards (MPCs). All Aviation Maintenance Technicians (AMTs) and Avionics Electrical Technicians (AETs) receive initial training at the Aviation Technical Training Center (ATTC) in Elizabeth City, NC with knowledge and performance-based learning objectives for various aircraft systems on maintenance training devices.

The maintenance training devices managed by ATTC include high-fidelity electrical and avionics Hot Mock Ups (HMUs), Maintenance Training Units (MTUs), and virtual/mixed reality (VR/MR) training devices. These devices allow students to troubleshoot individual systems, components, and associated wiring without risk of damaging operational aircraft; allow instructors to introduce real-world faults; and permit software testing and integration.

Currently the combined HMU and MTU used for maintainer training is insuƯicient to accommodate student throughput. Acquisition of two separate devices allows for student courses to run concurrently, doubling student output.

To support the fleet transition, Force Readiness Command (FORCECOM) is conducting a Training Requirements Analysis (TRA) to identify the most eƯicient methods (including resident, roadshow, on-the-job, and online training) to cross-train and transition MH-65E maintainers to the MH-60T platform.

The ATTC supports the operational MH-60 fleet by providing residential training to AETs and AMTs who maintain the aircraft. Instructors at ATTC teach the USCG enlisted aviation workforce in-depth electrical, avionics, and mechanical maintenance procedures and sophisticated troubleshooting techniques through "C" Schools. Realistic maintenance training devices, called a Hot Mock Up (HMU) and Maintenance Training Unit (MTU), provides students with fleet-representative aircraft environments to learn these techniques.

3. General Requirements

3.1 Device Functionality

MTU Functionality: The instructor shall be able to induce a discrepancy from a pre-defined list (provided at a future date).

HMU Functionality: The instructor shall be able to induce a discrepancy from a pre-defined list of faults (provided at a future date). The induction shall be instantaneous and shall manifest precisely as it would in the cockpit of an operational MH-60T. The HMU shall be able to simulate flight operations for autopilot, navigation, communication, and indication systems. The HMU wiring shall also be modified so that the students can locate the fault with a standard multi-meter once the fault is active.

3.2 Operating Environment

MTU Environment: The MTU will operate in a climate-controlled environment.

However, special consideration should be given to the probability that high humidity conditions can occur.

HMU Environment: The HMU will operate in a climate-controlled environment.

However, special consideration should be given to the probability that high humidity conditions can occur.

3.3 Deployment

MTU & HMU Deployment: The proposed solution can be completed as: contractor only, government only or a combination thereof. The proposed solution shall be deployed/installed at USCG Aviation Technical Training Center (ATTC) in Elizabeth City, NC.

3.4 Key Technical & Support Considerations

When formulating responses, interested vendors must address their capabilities regarding:

1. Engineering & Lifecycle Support:

o Non-recurring Engineering (NRE) eƯorts o Technical integration support o Technical refresh, sustainment support, and obsolescence management

2. Software, Cyber, & Systems Integration:

o Windows 11 on an air-gapped standalone network o Agency Cybersecurity compliance and Risk Management Framework (RMF) alignment o Designing, modifying, or testing software source code o Fault system components and hardware sparing (not part of the operational aircraft configuration)

3. Technical Data Packages (TDP):

o Interface control drawings o Wiring schematics o User/Instructor Manuals o Software maintenance and troubleshooting procedures

4. Information Requested

If your company has experience with aviation training device upgrades, digital fault induction systems, or aviation maintenance simulators, please provide the following information:

4.1 Company Profile

1. Company Name

2. Address

3. Website

4. Point of Contact (POC) Name

5. POC Title/Authority: (Must have the authority to clarify responses with Government representatives)

6. POC Telephone Number

7. POC Email Address

8. Socioeconomic Status: (e.g., Small Business, HubZone, SDVOSB, WOSB, 8(a), Large Business)

9. Unique Entity Identifier (UEI)

10. CAGE Code

4.2 Technical and Corporate Capability

1. Technical Capability Statement: Discuss your company's technical ability to meet the general requirements for the MTU and/or HMU listed in Section 3 of this RFI (specifically addressing points under Section 3.4).

2. Experience: Describe your company’s experience on military aircraft training device projects similar in complexity to this requirement. Please include:

o Brief description of the work performed o Period of performance o Ordering agency/organization supported o Points of contact (POCs) o Contract numbers

3. Data Rights Position: Regarding potential data deliverables (software, hardware, technical data, test reports, schematics, etc.), please discuss your willingness and conditions to provide:

o Unlimited rights o Government Purpose Rights (GPR) o Please detail any proprietary data rights limitations or licensing restrictions that would apply to software or hardware modifications.

4.3 Acquisition and Contracting Feedback

1. Strategic Contract Vehicles: Are your products and services listed on a GSA schedule, Government-Wide Acquisition Contract (GWAC) (e.g., OASIS, MAS, STARS III), or other strategically sourced contract vehicles that the USCG can order oƯ? If yes, please provide the contract number, ordering agency, and agency point of contact.

2. Contract Type Recommendation: What type of contract structure (e.g., Firm-Fixed- Price, Cost-Reimbursement, Time & Materials, or a hybrid structure) do you recommend for this type of upgrade, integration, and engineering work?

3. Government Resources & GFE: What specific information, technical data (such as aircraft wiring diagrams or OEM software models), or Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) would your company typically require from the USCG to successfully execute this eƯort?

4. General Comments and Feedback: Provide any general comments, suggestions, or concerns regarding the RFI's requirements, potential technical risks, or the structure of the upcoming acquisition.

4.4 Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) Cost Estimate

To assist the USCG with acquisition planning and lifecycle budget formulation, respondents are requested to provide a non-binding ROM cost estimate for the MTU and HMU eƯort.

5. Submission Instructions

Interested parties are invited to submit their responses in accordance with the guidelines below:

Submission Deadline: No later than 2:00 PM EST on November 23, 2026.

Delivery Method: All responses and clarifying questions regarding this RFI must be emailed directly to:

o To: Sharita.L.Leathers@uscg.mil o Cc: William.R.Prebble2@uscg.mil o Subject Line: RFI Response: MH-60T MTU & HMU - [Your Company Name]

Formatting & Size Restrictions:

o File Format: MS Word or Searchable PDF format.

o Page Limit: Written responses must not exceed 15 pages (excluding cover page)].

o File Size: Email attachment must not exceed 10MB.