Purchase Static Balancing Machine and Accessories for C130J and C27J Propeller Blades

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with (IAW) the format in Federal Acquisition Regulation (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 70Z03825QE0000045 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ). This solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular Number 2025-03, effective 17 January 2025. 

IAW FAR 6.302-1(a)(1), the United States Coast Guard (USCG). Aviation Logistics Center (ALC) plans to award one (1) purchase order and negotiate only with Balance Technology Inc. (CAGE Code 34472) as the only known source of the required goods and services. All responsible sources may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation which shall be considered by the agency.

Only the brand-name items requested in this solicitation will be considered for award.  All items shall have clear traceability to the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), Balance Technology Inc. (CAGE Code 34472). Traceability means a clear, complete, documented, and auditable paper trail that traces each step from an OEM or distributor to its current location. All parts shall be NEW approved parts.

The contractor shall furnish a Certificate of Conformance (COC) IAW FAR clause 52.246-15. The COC must be submitted in the format specified in the clause. Offerors must be able to provide necessary certification including traceability to the manufacturer, manufacturer's COC and its own certificate of conformance.  Prospective vendors who are not the OEM must provide traceability for the offered product back to the manufacturer prior to award. An example of acceptable traceability documentation would be a quote from the OEM with pricing information redacted. 

The applicable North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 334519. The small business size standard is 600 employees. This is an unrestricted requirement. 

It is anticipated that a firm-fixed price purchase order will be awarded on a sole source basis as a result of this solicitation for the purchase of the following items:

SCHEDULE OF SUPPLIES

Line Item 1
Nomenclature/Description:        Model VNR-1000 Hard Gage Static Balancing Machine
Quantity:                                      one (1) each
Manufacturer CAGE Code:       34472
Required Delivery Date:            twenty-eight (28) weeks after receipt of order (ARO¬)

Line Item 2
Nomenclature/Description:    Rotary Bearing Style Balance Tool Adapter with Electric Solenoid Remote Unlatching Compatible with C130J and C27J Propeller Blades
Quantity:                                   one (1) each
Manufacturer CAGE Code:     34472
Required Delivery Date:          twenty-eight (28) weeks after receipt of order (ARO¬)

Line Item 3
Nomenclature/Description:     Custom Balance Master – Custom part manufactured to simulate the mass properties and mounting configuration of a typical prop assembly. The master will be supplied with a custom-fitted,  caster-mounted wooden storage box, two (2) test weights, and weight certification.
Quantity:                                     one (1) each
Manufacturer CAGE Code:     34472
Required Delivery Date:         twenty-eight (28) weeks after receipt of order (ARO¬)

Line Item 4
Nomenclature/Description:        Machine Set-up and Training at Air Station Barbers Point, Honolulu, HI
One BTI service technician to provide three (3) days (24 hours) of machine set-up and operator training. Pricing shall include all labor, travel, and per diem expenses.
Quantity:                                        one (1) job
Manufacturer CAGE Code:        34472
Required Delivery Date:             twenty-eight (28) weeks after receipt of order (ARO¬)

Please carefully review this solicitation’s attachments for additional information and requirements such as applicable clauses, instructions to offerors, and evaluation criteria: 
1)    Terms and Conditions 
2)    Justification and Approval for Other Than Full and Open Competition

The closing date and time for receipt of offers is 6 June 2025 at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time. Anticipated award date is on or about 9 June 2025.  Email quotations are preferred and may be sent to Geneva.K.James@uscg.mil. Please indicate 70Z03825QE0000045 in the subject line.