MH-65 Temporary Sanding Space

The United States Coast Guard Aviation Logistics Center is issuing a Sources‑Sought RFI (Solicitation No. 70Z03826IB0000007) to gather information from qualified suppliers on portable enclosure systems—such as inflatable or modular fabric structures—that can provide a temporary, controlled sanding space for aircraft and component surface preparation within existing hangar facilities. The solution must be a three‑chamber configuration (clean entry, transition/decontamination, and work zones) that meets OSHA, EPA, and NFPA requirements, including NFPA 33, 409, and 410 compliance, non‑combustible or fire‑retardant materials, and the ability to be securely anchored in a hangar. Critical performance criteria include maintaining a minimum negative pressure of –0.10 in WG in the work area during sanding (–0.05 in WG when idle) and –0.05 in WG in the transition area, HEPA filtration (99.97 % at 0.3 µm), temperature and humidity control, dedicated ports for HEPA‑filtered vacuums and downdraft tables, and space for 4–6 downdraft tables with 3 ft clearance. The enclosure must also incorporate intrinsically safe communications, training and maintenance plans, and inspection schedules. Responses—capability statements, literature, or brochures (telephone responses will not be accepted)—must be submitted electronically to Selmary Melendez Gonzalez (Selmary.MelendezGonzalez3@uscg.mil) with the subject line “MH‑65 Temporary Sanding Space RFI Submission, [Company Name]” no later than **April 23, 2026, 2 p.m. EDT**; suggestions are due **April 17, 2026, 2 p.m. EDT**. The RFI is informational only; it does not constitute a request for proposals, does not obligate the Government to award a contract, and no costs will be reimbursed. Suppliers are asked to address the required capabilities (see Attachment 1), indicate any existing government contracts (e.g., GWAC/GSA), and provide relevant small‑business certifications and prior government usage of similar products. The Coast Guard may issue a formal solicitation after evaluating the information received.

Notice ID

92859466a7ae42a5ae979cc68d55db28

Solicitation Number

70Z03826IB0000007

NAICS Code

424950

Classification Code

N/A