6991PE26Q000003 SBRF PF-611 KESTREL Drydock and Repair

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation (CS/S) for commercial products and services, prepared in accordance with FAR Part 12. It serves as the only solicitation, and written solicitations will not be issued. The government is procuring services for the drydocking and repair of one barge, PF-611 KESTREL, for the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), Maritime Administration (MARAD), Suisun Bay Reserve Fleet (SBRF). This is a lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA) procurement, set aside 100% for Small Business. Quotes from contractors that are not small businesses will not be considered for award.

• Drydocking and repair services for barge PF-611 KESTREL.

• Services include, but are not limited to: Haulout & Launching, Hull and Topside Cleaning and Inspection, Underwater Hull Surface Preparation, Underwater Hull Coating, Jet Drives, and Freeboard Coating.

• Supplemental labor and materials may be required.

• Work must be performed in the San Francisco Bay area, including up-river areas of Sacramento and Stockton.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price Purchase Order with supplemental work.

• Period of Performance: Approximately 65 days after vessel arrival, with drydock availability window starting no later than June 02, 2026. Specific dates are 06/02/2026 to 08/05/2026.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but it is a lowest price technically acceptable procurement.

• Site Visit: Mandatory for firms intending to submit a quotation. Conducted on April 10, 2026.

• Questions Due By: April 16, 2026, 12:00 PM PDT.

• Response Date (Quotations Due): April 29, 2026, 12:00 PM PDT.

• Submission Method: Electronically via email to scott.j.lewis.ctr@dot.gov and robert.mcdermott@dot.gov. Reference solicitation number 6991PE26Q000003.

• Evaluation Criteria: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA). Non-price factors (Technical Acceptability, Past Performance) will be evaluated on an acceptable/unacceptable basis. Price will be the sum of all line items.

• Set-Aside: 100% Small Business.

• NAICS Code: 336611 (Shipbuilding and Repairing) with a size standard of 1,300 employees.

• SAM Registration: Required. Lack of registration may make a quoter ineligible for award.

• Solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference, including FAR and TAR clauses. Full text is available at specified URLs.

• Payment Terms: Net 30 after delivery and receipt of invoice.

• Offerors must provide a Gantt chart, technical approach narrative, key personnel list, welder qualifications, dry-docking capability certification, and past performance information.

• Quotes must be valid for at least 90 days.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides instructions for contractors on how to submit invoices using the U.S. Department of Transportation's (DOT) Delphi eInvoicing web portal. It outlines the requirements for accessing and using the portal, as well as the necessary information to include in a proper invoice.

• Delphi eInvoicing Portal Access: Requires electronic internet access, registration via GSA's Login.gov for identity verification, and a User Access Request (UAR) submitted by the contracting office.
• Invoice Content Requirements: A proper invoice must include:
  • Contractor name and address
  • Invoice date and number
  • Contract number or other authorization
  • Description, quantity, unit of measure, unit price, and extended price of supplies/services
  • Shipping and payment terms
  • Name and address of the contractor official to whom payment is to be sent
  • Contact information for notification of defective invoices

This document is critical for any bidder who is awarded a contract under this opportunity, as it details the mandatory process for invoice submission and payment. Failure to comply with these instructions could delay payment. It also provides contact information for the Contracting Officer and Vendor Coordinators for assistance with the Delphi system.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This document outlines the requirements for drydocking and repairing the PF-611 KESTREL, a catamaran hull patrol boat owned by the U.S. Maritime Administration (MARAD).

• Haul out the vessel for inspection, coating, and service.

• Abrasive grit blast and preserve submerged hull surfaces.

• Clean and service jet drives.

• Perform hull cleaning and inspection, including high-pressure washing and reporting of any discrepancies.

• Prepare underwater hull surfaces, including anode replacement and sanding.

• Apply underwater hull coating (primer and antifouling coats).

• Service jet drives, including removing/replacing intake gratings, servicing pumps, and applying epoxy coatings.

• Perform repairs to the boat's semi-inflatable collar (fendering).

• Provide supplemental work (labor and materials) as requested by the Government via Delivery Order.

• All work must comply with the latest Regulatory Body requirements (American Bureau of Shipping, USCG, etc.).

• Welding must meet ABS and USCG requirements and conform to AWS standards.

• Surface preparation and coating application must follow manufacturer's recommendations and supervision.

• Sustainable acquisition requirements (energy efficient, biobased, environmentally preferable products) are to be followed where possible.

• Gas-freeing procedures must adhere to OSHA regulations.

• Work must be performed in the San Francisco Bay area.

• The vessel will be delivered to and picked up from the contractor's work site by MARAD.

• Contractor is responsible for all labor, material, and equipment.

• Contractor is responsible for disposal of hazardous waste at their expense.

• "Or equal" components must be equivalent in performance, services, and compatibility.

• "Replace" or "Renew" means to install a new unit identical or equal to the removed one.

• Any additional work discovered must be authorized in writing by the COR.

• The vessel must be re-delivered in a clean and orderly condition.

• Supplemental labor is estimated at a maximum of 200 hours, with a negotiated hourly rate.

• Supplemental materials and subcontractor requirements have a not-to-exceed amount of $30,000.00, with costs passed through without markup.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a vendor price sheet template for the opportunity. Bidders are expected to use this sheet to provide their pricing for the various line items associated with the requirement.

• Line Item #: Identifies specific tasks or materials.
• Description: Details the nature of the line item (e.g., DRY DOCKING/UNDOCKING, HULL AND TOPSIDE CLEAN AND INSPECT, SUPPLEMENTAL LABOR HOURS, SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL).
• Quantity: The number of units for each line item.
• Unit: The unit of measure (e.g., JOB).
• Materials: Cost associated with materials for the line item.
• Est. Labor Hrs: Estimated labor hours required.
• Labor Rate: The rate for labor.
• Amount: The total cost for the line item (self-populates).

Bidders must complete this price sheet accurately to submit a responsive proposal. The sheet outlines the specific cost components the government is seeking, including materials and labor. The total amount indicated on this sheet will be a critical factor in the overall cost evaluation of proposals. Note that line item 2.2 for SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL has a specified material cost of $30,000.00, and line item 2.1 for SUPPLEMENTAL LABOR HOURS indicates 200 estimated labor hours.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Attachment 3 FAR Deviation Text (Deviation Feb 2025)", contains deviations to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) text. It outlines changes and updates to various FAR segments, including additions shown in bolded and bracketed text and deletions shown in strikethrough text. The document is a deviation from the baseline FAC 2025-03, published January 3, 2025, and effective January 17, 2025.

• Executive Orders: References Executive Order 14173, "Ending Illegal Discrimination and Restoring Merit-Based Opportunity," and revokes Executive Order 11246, Equal Employment Opportunity.
• FAR Segments Affected: Details changes within various parts of the FAR, including:
  • Part 1: Federal Acquisition Regulations System (Subpart 1.1 - Purpose, Authority, Issuance, specifically 1.106 OMB approval under the Paperwork Reduction Act).
  • Part 2: Definitions of Words and Terms (Subpart 2.1 - Definitions).
  • Part 4: Administrative and Information Matters (Subpart 4.12 - Representations and Certifications).
  • Part 14: Sealed Bidding (Subpart 14.4 - Opening of Bids and Award of Contract).
  • Part 19: Small Business Programs (Subpart 19.6 - Certificates of Competency and Determinations of Responsibility).
  • Part 22: Application of Labor Laws to Government Acquisitions (Subpart 22.4 - Labor Standards for Contracts Involving Construction).
  • Part 52: Solicitation Provisions and Contract Clauses (Subpart 52.2 - Text of Provisions and Clauses, including clauses related to Annual Representations and Certifications, Offeror Representations and Certifications, Contract Terms and Conditions, and Construction Wage Rate Requirements).
  • Part 11: Describing Agency Needs (Subpart 11.3 - Acceptable Material).
  • Part 18: Emergency Acquisitions (Subpart 18.2 - Emergency Acquisition Flexibilities).
  • Part 23: Environment, Sustainable Acquisition, and Material Safety (Subparts 23.0, 23.1, 23.4, 23.5).
  • Part 37: Service Contracting (Subpart 37.1 - Service Contracts-General).
• Deviations: Indicates specific deviations, such as "(DEVIATION FEB 2025)" and references to Executive Orders and their effective dates.

This document is crucial for bidders as it outlines the specific regulatory changes and deviations that will be in effect for solicitations and contracts. Bidders must review these deviations to ensure their proposals and contract performance comply with the most current and applicable FAR requirements, especially concerning labor laws, environmental regulations, sustainable acquisition, and representations and certifications. Understanding these deviations is essential for accurate bidding and contract compliance.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is Attachment 5, titled "Anode Location Drawing" (HI-292-13-002). It provides a detailed drawing of anode locations within a component, likely related to corrosion protection or a similar system.

• The drawing displays various views (Section B-B, Section A-A) illustrating the placement of internal anodes.
• A table lists specific items (anodes and anode kits) with their part numbers, quantities, product descriptions, and associated drawing numbers.
• Item 14 specifically refers to an "ANODE KIT - TAILPIPE INTERNAL".
• The drawing includes revision history and amendment notes, indicating changes made on various dates.

This attachment provides critical visual and part-specific information regarding anode components. Bidders may need to reference this drawing to understand the physical configuration, identify specific parts required for maintenance or replacement, and ensure compliance with the design specifications if this is part of a solicitation for parts or services related to this equipment.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "MARAD (Ready Reserve Force) Coatings Guidelines Appendix A-1: Complete Coating Systems Renewal," provides detailed specifications for approved coatings for various surfaces of vessels. It serves as a reference for selecting and applying appropriate coating systems to ensure vessel integrity and longevity.

• Exterior Surfaces (Table A-1(1)): Details approved coatings for underwater hulls, boottops, freeboards, vertical topsides, and decks. It specifies surface preparation methods (e.g., SSPC SP-10, SSPC SP-12/WJ-2), minimum dry film thickness (DFT) in mils/microns for primers, intermediate coats, and topcoats, and lists specific product names from various manufacturers (e.g., Ameron, Hempel, Sigma).
• Interior Surfaces and Immersed Tanks (Table A-1(2)): Outlines approved coatings for machinery spaces, bilges, holds, pumprooms, ballast/sea water tanks, cargo tanks, and potable water tanks. Similar to exterior surfaces, it includes surface preparation, DFT, and product recommendations.
• Special Purpose Coatings (Table A-1(3)): Covers coatings for anchors and chain, chain lockers, rudder interiors, lifeboat hulls, high-temperature applications, voids, fiberglass, aluminum, and non-skid surfaces. It also specifies color standards and general RRF color scheme guidelines.
• Federal Color Standards: Lists Federal Standard (FS) colors for specific applications.

This document is crucial for bidders involved in vessel maintenance, repair, or new construction projects that require specific coating applications. It dictates the types of coatings, surface preparation methods, and application standards that must be met. Bidders must ensure their proposed materials and methods align with these guidelines to be compliant. Understanding these specifications is essential for accurate bidding, material procurement, and successful project execution.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides detailed technical specifications and procedures for various components and assemblies of the HJ-292 Jet Unit. It serves as a reference for maintenance, overhaul, and repair.

• Component Overhaul Procedures: Detailed step-by-step instructions for disassembling, inspecting, repairing, and reassembling components such as the Reverse Assembly, Steering Assembly, Bearing Housing, Tailpipe Area, and Impellers.
• Part Identification and Specifications: Numerous diagrams and tables list part numbers, descriptions, and quantities for various assemblies and kits.
• Torque Values and Lubrication Recommendations: Specific torque values for fasteners and recommendations for lubricants and oils are provided.
• Material Specifications: Details on materials used for various components.
• Special Procedures: Instructions for specific tasks like anode replacement, wear ring fitting, and seal installation.
• Diagrams and Illustrations: Exploded views and cross-sections of components to aid in understanding assembly and disassembly.

This document is crucial for any vendor or service provider involved in the maintenance, repair, or overhaul of the HJ-292 Jet Unit. It provides the necessary technical information to perform these tasks correctly and efficiently, ensuring compliance with manufacturer specifications and standards. Understanding these procedures is vital for accurate bidding on service contracts or for providing replacement parts.