MH-65 Fire Extinguisher

Closed Solicitation Posted

Solicitation number
70Z03825QB0000131
Agency
Responses due
Set-aside
Total Small Business

Opportunity facts

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About this opportunity

The U.S. Coast Guard is soliciting quotations for MH-65 fire extinguishers through a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items under solicitation number 70Z03825QB0000131. The procurement seeks 30 units of fire extinguishers (NSN 4210-01-663-0114, part number C352TS) with an option for an additional 30 units, bringing the maximum total to 60 units. All parts must have clear traceability to the Original Equipment Manufacturer H3R Aviation, Inc (CAGE Code 1LGE7) and comply with Federal Aviation Administration airworthy commercial specifications to ensure aircrew safety. The government anticipates awarding a firm-fixed price purchase order and requires newly manufactured commercial items with Certificates of Conformance from sources that can demonstrate complete documented traceability from OEM-approved sources. Quotations must be submitted by email to Selmary.MelendezGonzalez3@uscg.mil by August 11, 2025 at 9:00 PM EDT, with the solicitation number referenced in the subject line.

This procurement is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 336413 with a size standard of 1,250 employees, restricting participation to qualifying small businesses. The contract includes FAR 52.217-6 Option for Increased Quantity clause, allowing the Contracting Officer to exercise the option for additional quantities within one calendar year after purchase order award through unilateral modification. Delivery is required by October 10, 2025 to the USCG Aviation Logistics Center in Elizabeth City, North Carolina, with F.O.B. Destination as the preferred delivery term. The procurement does not specify an estimated contract value, but with a base quantity of 30 units and potential option for 30 additional units, the total procurement could reach 60 fire extinguisher units. Performance will involve manufacturing and delivering aviation-grade fire safety equipment that meets stringent quality and traceability requirements for Coast Guard MH-65 helicopter operations.

Notice text

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 70Z03825QB0000131 is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ). This solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2025-04 Effective June 11, 2025.

The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 336413. The small business size standard is 1,250 employees. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside requirement. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which shall be considered by the agency.

It is anticipated that a firm-fixed price purchase order will be awarded as a Total Small Business Set-Aside as a result of this synopsis/solicitation. All parts must have clear traceability to the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), H3R Aviation, Inc (Cage Code 1LGE7). Traceability means a clear, complete, documented, and auditable paper trail which traces each step from an OEM approved source.

See attached documents titled:

“Requirements - 70Z03825QB0000131” and

“Terms and Conditions – 70Z03825QB0000131”.

52.217-6 Option for Increased Quantity (MAR 1989) applies to this acquisition and is tailored as follows:

The Government may increase the quantity of supplies called for in the Schedule, by up to a quantity of Thirty (30), at the unit price specified, up to a maximum quantity of Sixty (60). The Contracting Officer may exercise the option by written notice to the Contractor within one calendar year after Purchase Order award. Delivery of the added items shall continue at the same rate as the like items call for under the Purchase Order, unless the parties otherwise agree.

***Please note that if the USCG chooses to exercise any optional quantity modification, such modifications will be issued unilaterally to the contractor.

(End of Clause)

Alternate part numbers will be accepted. 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. Parts must be approved in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) guidelines to ensure safety of our aircrew. The Government shall ensure all procurements are awarded without jeopardizing quality or safety of flight. Only the use of airworthy commercial specifications or standard military specifications/military standard parts will be utilized and approved from this solicitation.

Newly manufactured commercial items will only be procured from sources able to provide a Certificate of Conformance (COC) and traceability to the OEM. The Federal Aviation Regulation, Part 21, outlines certification procedures.

NOTE: NO DRAWINGS, SPECIFICATIONS OR SCHEMATICS ARE AVAILABLE FROM THIS AGENCY.

Closing date and time for receipt of offers is 11 August 2025 at 9:00pm EDT. Quotes and questions shall be submitted by email to Selmary.MelendezGonzalez3@uscg.mil. Please indicate solicitation 70Z03825QB0000131 in the subject line. Phone call quotes WILL NOT be accepted.

Files

File Type Posted
Requirements - 70Z03825QB0000131.xlsx XLSX spreadsheet
Terms and Conditions - 70Z03825QB0000131.pdf PDF

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