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Repair of the Main Rotor Blades and Tip Caps on the MH-65 Aircraft

ID: 70Z03825RB0000003 • Type: Synopsis Solicitation • Match:  100%
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Posted: June 24, 2025, 7:54 a.m. EDT

***Amendment 1 is answering the question below***

QUESTION: Is it acceptable to perform with a PERAM 145 certification and not with EASA 145?

ANSWER: The contractor shall be either a FAA Part 145 Approved Repair Facility or a European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) Part 145 Certified Repair Facility.

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; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. Solicitation number 70Z03825RB0000003 is issued as a Request for Proposal (RFP) using the procedures of FAR 12 in conjunction with FAR 15. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2025-03 effective January 17, 2025.

The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 488190. The small business size standard is $40 million. This is being solicited on a sole source basis. All responsible sources may submit a capability statement or proposal which shall be considered by the agency.

The United States Coast Guard (USCG), Aviation Logistics Center (ALC), Elizabeth City, NC intends to negotiate and award an Indefinite Delivery Requirements type contract to Airbus Helicopters, Inc. of Grand Prairie, TX on an other than full and open competition basis under the authority of FAR 6.302-1 for the test, evaluation, and repair of Main Rotor Blades and Tip Caps. Parts will be serviced via issuance of individually funded Task Orders. Airbus Helicopters France (Cage Code F0210) is the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) of the parts in this requirement and their only approved source of supply/service in North America is Airbus Helicopters, Inc. The contract will consist of a one-year Base Period and, if exercised, up to four (4) one-year Option Periods.

See the following attachments titled:

Attachment 1: Schedule 70Z03825RB0000003

Attachment 2: Statement of Work - 70Z03825RB0000003

Attachment 3: Terms and Conditions 70Z03825RB0000003

Attachment 4: Redacted J&A - 70Z03825RB0000003 , and
Attachment 5: Wage Determination TEX 2015-5231 REV 28

Closing date and time for receipt of offers is July 18th, 2025, at 2:30 pm EDT. Any proposal received after the closing date and time specified are considered late. E-mailed quotations are required and shall be sent to Charles.B.Colson2@uscg.mil. Please indicate 70Z03825RB0000003 in subject line.

Posted: June 3, 2025, 8:44 a.m. EDT
Background
The United States Coast Guard (USCG), Aviation Logistics Center (ALC), located in Elizabeth City, NC, is seeking to negotiate and award an Indefinite Delivery Requirements type contract to Airbus Helicopters, Inc. of Grand Prairie, TX.

This contract is for the test, evaluation, and repair of Main Rotor Blades and Tip Caps used on the USCG's fleet of MH-65 helicopters. The MH-65 is primarily a Short Range Recovery (SRR) aircraft utilized for search and rescue, law enforcement, and homeland security missions.

The contract aims to address the accelerated corrosion experienced by these aircraft components due to frequent operations in salt-laden environments. The solicitation is issued on a sole source basis, with a one-year base period and up to four one-year option periods.

Work Details
The contractor will perform the following tasks:
1) Test, evaluate, and repair Main Rotor Blades and Tip Caps according to OEM manuals from Airbus Helicopters.
2) Provide all necessary labor, parts, tooling, test equipment, and facilities for repairs at firm fixed prices established in the schedule of supplies/services.
3) Ensure that all repairs comply with FAA or EASA regulations and that components are certified airworthy before installation on USCG aircraft.
4) Maintain access to OEM manuals and updates throughout the contract duration.
5) Conduct mandatory actions such as static balance checks before and after repairs, ensuring compliance with manufacturer tolerances for balance adjustments.
6) Perform inspections for corrosion control as per OEM guidelines and report any unusual damage or hidden damage discovered during repairs.
7) Submit failure data reports detailing maintenance history for each repaired component.
8) Manage the exchange program for main rotor blades when necessary.

Period of Performance
The contract will consist of a one-year Base Period with the potential for up to four additional one-year Option Periods.

Place of Performance
The work will be performed at Airbus Helicopters, Inc., Grand Prairie, TX.

Overview

Response Deadline
July 18, 2025, 2:30 p.m. EDT Past Due
Posted
June 3, 2025, 8:44 a.m. EDT (updated: June 24, 2025, 7:54 a.m. EDT)
Set Aside
None
Place of Performance
Not Provided
Source

Current SBA Size Standard
$40 Million
Pricing
Fixed Price
Est. Level of Competition
Sole Source
Vehicle Type
Indefinite Delivery Contract
On 6/3/25 Aviation Logistics Center issued Synopsis Solicitation 70Z03825RB0000003 for Repair of the Main Rotor Blades and Tip Caps on the MH-65 Aircraft due 7/18/25. The opportunity was issued full & open with NAICS 488190 and PSC J016.
Primary Contact
Name
Charles B. Colson   Profile
Phone
(571) 607-5382

Secondary Contact

Name
Terrie L. Pickard   Profile
Phone
(571) 607-6543

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Additional Details

Source Agency Hierarchy
HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF > US COAST GUARD > AVIATION LOGISTICS CENTER (ALC)(000
FPDS Organization Code
7008-70Z038
Source Organization Code
100168424
Last Updated
Aug. 19, 2025
Last Updated By
terrie.l.pickard@uscg.mil
Archive Date
Aug. 18, 2025