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This is a U.S. Coast Guard Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition document authorizing a single-source procurement under FAR 12.102(a), Class Deviation 25-21 Rev. 1. The procurement is restricted to brand name items based on market research indicating that the particular products or features are essential to the Government's requirements and that similar products from other companies either lack the required features or cannot be modified to meet the agency's needs.

The procurement concerns spare parts for MH-65 helicopters, specifically supply hoses assembly (NSN 14-400-7626, part number 202409-1) in quantities of 12 units with an optional quantity of 12 additional units. The suggested source is Zodiac Aero Safety Systems, France (FR6101), identified as the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). The justification emphasizes that these are highly specialized parts designed and manufactured by a non-government entity with technical data required for acquisition by other than the OEM that is unavailable. All delivered materials must have clear, documented traceability to the OEM and include a Certificate of Airworthiness complying with FAR clause 52.246-15. The contracting officer will determine fair and reasonable pricing through market research methods. The document was last updated March 3, 2026.