SAM #70Z03826QB0000172

US Coast Guard Seeks Safran OEM Repair and Test Services for MH-65 Helicopter Starter/Generators

The U.S. Coast Guard is seeking repair, test, and evaluation services for starter/generator components used on the MH-65 helicopter. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Coast Guard, Aviation Logistics Center - OEM Highlight: - Safran Power USA, LLC is the sole OEM and source for the required starter/generator components - Vendors Mentioned: - Safran Power USA, LLC - Products/Services Requested: - Repair and upgrade of 5 units of Starter/Generator, model 524-230 (also referenced as NSN 2925-01-HS1-5227, modified to 2925-01-HS2-9985, and 524-230 modified to 524-240) - Test and evaluation services for these components, including handling of Beyond Economical Repair (BER) items - Preparation of failure data reports and provision of airworthiness certification and documentation - Unique/Notable Requirements: - All repairs must use OEM parts and maintain traceability to Safran Power USA, LLC - Certificate of Conformance required for all repaired units - Work must comply with ISO 9001 or AS9100 quality standards and FAA or EASA Part 145 certifications - No technical data is available for non-OEM sources; procurement is sole source due to proprietary design - Test and evaluation must be completed within 15 days of receipt; repairs within 90 days - No payment for scrap fees on BER items

Description

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR subpart 12.6, 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 70Z03826QB0000172 is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ).  This solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect as of November 28, 2025, IAW the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO).

The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 488190. The small business size standard is $40 million. This is a restricted solicitation.  All responsible sources may submit a quotation which shall be considered by the agency. 

It is anticipated that a firm-fixed price purchase order shall be awarded on a sole source basis to Safran Power USA, Inc. (CAGE Code: 81640) as a result of this synopsis/solicitation. Sources must be able to obtain the required technical expertise, engineering data, and Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts required to successfully perform the required repairs. Concerns having the expertise and required capabilities to provide these repairs are invited to submit offers in accordance with the requirements stipulated in this solicitation.

See attached documents titled:

“Requirements - 70Z03826QB0000172”,

“Statement of Work – 70Z03826QB0000172”,

“Terms and Conditions – 70Z03826QB0000172”,

“Redacted J and A – 70Z03826QB0000172”, and

“Wage Determination (ID) 2015-4547 REV 31”.

Closing date and time for receipt of offers is 28 July 2026 at 10:00am EDT. Quotes and questions shall be submitted by email to Alex-Marie.B.Midgett@uscg.mil.  Please indicate solicitation 70Z03826QB0000172 in the subject line.  Phone call quotes WILL NOT be accepted.

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