MH-65 Aircrewman Seat Cover
HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US COAST GUARD.AVIATION LOGISTICS CENTER (ALC)(00038) · Response deadline: Thu, 05 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The U.S. Coast Guard Aviation Logistics Center is procuring seat covers for MH-65 aircrewman positions. The MH-65 is the Coast Guard's medium-range recovery helicopter, officially designated as the MH-65 Dolphin, used for search and rescue, law enforcement, and homeland security missions. Seat covers for aircrewman positions in rotary-wing aircraft must meet specific durability, fire-resistance, and ergonomic requirements to maintain airworthiness standards and crew safety during extended flight operations.
This requirement falls under NAICS 336413 (Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing), which covers manufacturers of aircraft parts and subassemblies not classified elsewhere. The classification code 1680 further specifies this as miscellaneous aircraft accessories and components. See the solicitation for exact technical specifications, quantities, and delivery requirements.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, Aviation Logistics Center (00038) |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | 70Z03827QB0000012 |
| NAICS | 336413 |
| Set-aside | None specified |
| Response deadline | November 5, 2026, 9:00 AM ET |
| Place of performance | Not specified in metadata (see the solicitation) |
Who can bid
This opportunity is open to all responsible sources—no small-business set-aside applies based on the available metadata. Both large and small businesses registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) may submit offers.
To compete, your firm should be capable of manufacturing or supplying aircraft seat covers to military/aerospace standards. Prior experience with Federal Aviation Administration or military aviation products is advantageous. If you are a small business, verify your size standard against the NAICS 336413 threshold (typically 1,000 employees for manufacturing).
How to put together a competitive bid
For aircraft parts procurement without a set-aside, price and technical compliance typically drive award decisions. Focus on these elements:
Technical compliance: Obtain and review the full solicitation for exact seat cover specifications—material composition, dimensional requirements, fire-blocking certifications, and any Coast Guard-specific airworthiness documentation. Aircraft interiors components often require burn testing per 14 CFR 25.853 or equivalent military standards.
Quality systems: Demonstrate AS9100 certification or equivalent quality management for aerospace manufacturing. Include your cage code and past performance on similar DOD or DHS aviation contracts.
Pricing strategy: Without set-aside protection, expect competition from established aerospace suppliers. Build your price from detailed cost breakdowns, noting whether the Coast Guard seeks fixed-price or other contract types. Factor in any first article testing or inspection requirements.
Past performance: Prepare references for similar seat cover, aircraft interior, or rotary-wing component deliveries. Coast Guard aviation logistics prioritizes on-time delivery and minimal quality defects.
SAM registration: Verify your registration is active through the response deadline.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov by searching solicitation number 70Z03827QB0000012. The complete document will contain technical specifications, quantity, delivery schedule, evaluation criteria, and exact place of performance. Note that responses are due November 5, 2026, at 9:00 AM Eastern Time—just two days from the posted date of November 3, 2026. Given this compressed timeline, act immediately if intending to bid.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →