Overhaul of Engine Extinguishers for Use on MH-65

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Background This solicitation is issued by the United States Coast Guard (USCG) for the overhaul of engine extinguishers used on the MH-65 helicopter. The contract is anticipated to be awarded on a sole source basis to Safetech USA, Inc. (CAGE Code: 06ZV6). The goal of this contract is to ensure that the engine extinguishers are properly overhauled and meet the necessary performance specifications for safety and operational readiness. Work Details The contractor is required to overhaul 23 Engine Extinguishers, identified by National Stock Number 1680-14-562-8832 and Part Number 10230-01. The work includes: 1. **Test and Evaluation**: Upon receipt, each component must undergo visual and functional inspections to determine if they are Ready for Installation (RFI) or Beyond Economical Repair (BER). A failure data report must be prepared for any items marked as RFI or BER. 2. **Overhaul**: Non-RFI components must be restored to RFI condition according to OEM specifications, including replacing missing or broken parts and removing corrosion. The contractor must also manage the extinguishing agent in compliance with regulations. 3. **Inspection Protocols**: Any corrosion found during inspection necessitates thorough disassembly for treatment or replacement of affected parts, following OEM guidelines. 4. **Documentation**: Each overhauled component must include a failure data report detailing NSN, Part Number, Serial Number, date of overhaul, and a list of parts replaced. Components must be tagged with a DD Form 1574 Serviceable Condition Code Tag. Period of Performance The test and evaluation phase is due fifteen (15) calendar days after receipt of components, while the overhaul phase is due thirty (30) calendar days after receipt. Place of Performance Work will be performed at the contractor's facility or a USCG approved facility. Bidder Requirements Bidders must meet the following requirements: - Must be authorized by the OEM to perform major repairs on these assemblies. - Must have access to required Component Maintenance Manuals (CMMs) and adhere to all applicable specifications. - Certification in ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems – Requirements, AS9110, or equivalent is mandatory. - This opportunity is set aside as '8(A) Sole Source (8AN)'. Incumbent Analysis (see Incumbents section for more detail) The prior contract history indicates a confirmed incumbent for MH-65 engine extinguisher overhaul and related repair work, with Safetech USA as the awardee on multiple awards. Specifically, Safetech USA performed “Overhaul of Engine Extinguisher Used in the MH65 Aircraft” (70Z03825PF0000418, $216,000; 05/22/25–09/03/25) and “Overhaul and Hydrostatic Testing of Engine Extinguishers for Use on the MH-65 Aircraft” (70Z03824PF0000739, $206,866; 07/29/24–10/15/24), as well as “Repair of Engine Extinguisher to be Used on MH65 Aircraft” (70Z03826PF0000152, $90,368; 02/18/26–03/16/26). These efforts appear to be a continuation of the same type of OEM-aligned maintenance cycle for MH-65 engine extinguishers, including overhaul/repair actions on the same system used by the aircraft.