Redacted J and A - 70Z03825QB0000140.pdf

This document is a U.S. Coast Guard Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition using Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP). The procurement is for 10 fittings (NIN 01-HS2-2783, P/N 366A25-1350-27) to be utilized on MH-65 helicopters. The sole source vendor is Airbus Inc./Helicopters, located at 2701 N. Forum Drive in Grand Prairie, TX, with a Unique Entity Identifier of LAD2HL1R71Z3.

The justification is based on the procurement being for highly specialized spare parts designed and manufactured by a non-Government activity. The technical data is required from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), Airbus Helicopters, Inc. The solicitation notes that procuring parts from any source other than the OEM or authorized distributor could compromise aircraft safety. The procurement will require a complete purchase order with materials that have clear, documented traceability and a Certificate of Conformance compliant with FAR clause 52.246-15.