Procurement of Tube Assembly
HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US COAST GUARD.AVIATION LOGISTICS CENTER (ALC)(00038) · Response deadline: Tue, 10 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The U.S. Coast Guard's Aviation Logistics Center is procuring tube assemblies for its operations. Tube assemblies in aviation contexts typically involve precision-manufactured tubing systems used in aircraft fluid transfer, pneumatic systems, or structural applications—areas where reliability and exacting specifications are critical given Coast Guard aviation's demanding maritime search-and-rescue and patrol missions.
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation, meaning the notice serves as both an announcement of the procurement and the formal solicitation document bidders must respond to. The product classification code 4710 (Pipe, Tube and Rigid Tubing) confirms this is a hardware acquisition rather than a services contract.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Coast Guard, Aviation Logistics Center (DHS) |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | 70Z03827QJ0000023 |
| NAICS | 336413 |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside - Total |
| Response deadline | November 10, 2026, 2:00 PM EST |
| Place of performance | See the solicitation |
NAICS 336413 corresponds to "Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing." This classification covers establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing aircraft parts and auxiliary equipment (except engines and engine parts). Companies in this NAICS typically produce components like airframe assemblies, hydraulic and pneumatic actuators, and various tubing and fluid system components.
Who can bid
This opportunity is set aside exclusively for small businesses under NAICS 336413's size standard. To qualify, your business must meet the SBA size standard for this NAICS—generally measured by average annual receipts over three years or by employee count depending on the specific table. You must also be properly registered in SAM.gov and have your small business status certified there.
Given the aviation-specific nature of this work, the Coast Guard likely requires bidders to demonstrate capabilities in aerospace manufacturing quality systems. Common prerequisites for this type of procurement may include AS9100 quality certification or evidence of past performance supplying to military aviation programs, though see the solicitation for specific requirements.
How to put together a competitive bid
For manufacturing set-asides like this, focus on these elements:
Technical compliance: Tube assemblies for Coast Guard aviation likely require exacting material specifications, pressure ratings, and dimensional tolerances. Review the solicitation's drawings, specifications, and performance requirements meticulously. Any deviation from stated requirements typically results in rejection.
Quality systems: Aviation parts demand rigorous quality assurance. Highlight your inspection capabilities, traceability procedures, and any relevant quality certifications. If you hold AS9100, NADCAP, or similar aerospace credentials, emphasize these prominently.
Past performance: The Coast Guard evaluates risk based on demonstrated ability to deliver aviation components on time and to specification. Prepare references from similar DOD or aviation contracts, particularly those involving tube assemblies or fluid systems.
Pricing strategy: Small business set-asides reduce competition but don't guarantee award solely on low price. Ensure your cost buildup accounts for material certification, testing, and the documentation burden inherent in aviation procurement. Consider whether the Coast Guard's estimated quantity justifies any tooling investment.
Delivery and lead times: Aviation logistics centers prioritize operational readiness. Propose realistic delivery schedules that account for material lead times and any testing protocols.
Next steps
Access the complete solicitation package on SAM.gov using solicitation number 70Z03827QJ0000023. The combined synopsis/solicitation format means the full technical requirements, delivery schedule, and contract clauses should be available directly in the notice or through linked documents.
Critical deadline: All offers must be submitted by November 10, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern Time. Late submissions are typically not accepted in federal procurements. Verify the required submission method—electronic through SAM.gov or another specified portal—and allow adequate time for any system registration or technical submission steps.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →