H-60T MTU-HMU Request for Information

H60T MTU & HMU RFI

The United States Coast Guard (USCG) O ice of Aviation Acquisitions (CG-AIR-A) is releasing this Request for Information (RFI) / Sources Sought Notice pursuant to Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) Part 10, Market Research. This is not a Request for Proposal (RFP) or Request for Quote (RFQ). This request for capability information does not commit the Government to contract for any supply or service, whatsoever. Further, the USCG is not at this time seeking proposals or quotes and will not accept unsolicited proposals or quotations. Submission of any information in response to this market survey is purely voluntary. This RFI is being used as a Market Research tool for informational purposes and for preliminary planning purposes to identify potential sources that possess the required experience and expertise to provide the required support. No reimbursement will be made for any costs associated with providing information in response to this announcement or any follow-up information requests. Small and large businesses are encouraged to respond.
NAICS Code: 541330 Engineering Services

1. Introduction and Purpose

The purpose of this RFI is to determine what commercial solutions and responsible sources exist for the acquisition of two (2) aviation training devices: a Maintainer Training Unit (MTU) and a Hot Mock Up (HMU). If a company is only able to support a single component solution, please identify why the government should consider your product over a company who can support both requirements. Responses will help to shape the acquisition strategy, refine technical requirements, and identify qualified corporate entities with experience in aviation training device production and sustainment support.
Disclaimer and Key Rules of Engagement:
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Any pricing information submitted under this RFI is considered an estimate only and is neither binding nor constituting a proposal.

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Not responding to this RFI does not preclude participation in any future RFP, if released.

2. Background and Scope

The United States Coast Guard (USCG) is executing a critical strategic transition from a mixed rotary-wing fleet to a standardized, single-platform all-MH-60 Medium Range Recovery (MRR) fleet. To prevent a catastrophic loss of rotary-wing readiness and ensure the flight safety of USCG aircrews, the MH-60 program is scaling significantly beyond its original baseline as the MH-65E fleet sundowns over the next decade. This strategy directly dictates the urgent expansion of our MH-60 maintenance training devices to support a rapidly