52000RFQ260025632-CGC Bear Water Deionization System Renewal
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), through its Surface Force Logistics Center, is soliciting quotes for the renewal of the potable water deionization system on the CGC Bear in Portsmouth, VA. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ) under simplified acquisition procedures. Quotes are due by June 15, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST.
Purpose & Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide services to renew the potable water deionization system in accordance with the Statement of Work (SOW). This includes:
- Removal of the existing potable water deionization system.
- Cleaning and inspection of the Feedwater Storage Tank (4-94-1-W).
- Installation of a new potable water deionization system. Specific details are outlined in the attached SOW document.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Request for Quote - RFQ 52000QR260025632)
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price Purchase Order, utilizing Simplified Acquisition Procedures (FAR Part 13.5).
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS Code: 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing) with a 1300-employee size standard.
- Period of Performance: August 16, 2026 – September 30, 2026.
- Place of Performance: CGC Bear, 4000 Coast Guard Blvd, Portsmouth, VA 23703.
Submission Requirements
Interested vendors must submit a Firm Fixed Price quotation on company letterhead, including:
- Product/service details and Product Data Sheet for technical review.
- A detailed cost breakdown (Cost Breakdown, Unit Cost, Extended Price, Total Price).
- Payment Terms and any offered prompt payment discount.
- Company Unique Entity ID (UEI) and Cage Code.
- Warranty information. Vendors must be registered in SAM.gov (System for Award Management) and ensure electronic annual representations and certifications are complete.
Evaluation Criteria
Award will be made to the responsible contractor whose quote conforms to the solicitation and is most advantageous and the best value to the Government, considering specification, price, past performance, and quality. The Government reserves the right to award on an "All or None Basis."
Key Dates & Contacts
- Quotes Due: June 15, 2026, at 1:00 PM Eastern Standard Time.
- Submission Email: Nichole.A.Cundiff@uscg.mil (CC Karla.P.Balint@uscg.mil).
- Questions: Any questions must be forwarded to Nichole.A.Cundiff@uscg.mil (CC Karla.P.Balint@uscg.mil).
Additional Notes
All contractor personnel require a valid REAL ID-compliant driver's license or acceptable alternative identification for base access. Offerors should review the attached "Smart Matrix.pdf" for a comprehensive list of applicable FAR provisions and clauses.