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Paint Services in Support of the HC-144 Aircraft

Department of Homeland Security · U.S. Coast Guard · Aviation Logistics Center — MRS (Contracting)
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Forecast detail

Not yet solicited

About 3 months until the solicitation is expected. This is the window a capture team works in — enough time to build a relationship, understand the requirement, and line up teaming partners.

Solicitation expected
December 1, 2026
Anticipated award
June 1, 2027 · Q3 2027
Estimated value
$5M to $10M
Period of performance
June 14, 2027 to June 13, 2032
Contract type
Firm Fixed Price
Expected vehicle
Indefinite Delivery Contract
Competition
Follow-on to Existing Contract
Incumbent: KING AEROSPACE · 70Z03822DL0000002
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Published by the agency in its acquisition forecast, last updated May 20, 2026. Forecast entries are plans, not commitments — dates slip and requirements get cancelled, restructured or absorbed into another buy.

Requirement details

Solicitation number
F2026073839
Notice type
Forecast
NAICS
488190 — Other Support Activities for Air Transportation
Set-aside
Unrestricted
Posted
2026-05-20
Place of performance
Elizabeth City, NC

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Statement of work, as posted

Provide contractor support for HC-144 aircraft exterior paint, de-paint, surface preparation, corrosion treatment, repaint, markings application, and associated quality assurance actions in support of Programmed Depot Maintenance (PDM) operations. Services shall be performed at a contractor-owned and operated facility capable of supporting aircraft paint and preservation operations. Contractor support shall include all labor, supervision, facilities, equipment, tools, materials, environmental controls, and technical expertise necessary to perform aircraft paint and preservation services in accordance with applicable USCG engineering specifications, technical directives, OEM requirements, FAA standards, and industry best practices. Contractor facilities must be capable of accommodating HC-144 aircraft and supporting associated aircraft handling, towing, environmental compliance requirements, and Government oversight activities. The contractor shall permit authorized Government personnel access to contractor facilities during normal business hours, or as otherwise coordinated, for inspection, quality assurance oversight, audits, progress reviews, and verification of contract performance associated with Government aircraft undergoing maintenance or preservation actions.

Contact

Point of contact
Kuwarn Dance
Role
Requirements owner
Email
kuwarn.m.dance@uscg.mil
Secondary
steven.a.goodwin@uscg.mil
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