BUSHING, DRUM
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
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 United States Coast Guard Surface Forces Logistics Center (USCG SFLC) has issued a Special Notice for the procurement of specific marine equipment parts, including BUSHING, DRUM; KIT, DIRECTIONAL CONTROL VALVE; and LOAD CELL, FORCE-WEIGHT. The government believes only the OEM, APPLETON MARINE INC. (CAGE CODE 70433), or their authorized distributors, can provide these items. Quotes are due by May 11, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for three line items, all manufactured by APPLETON MARINE INC.:
- Line Item 1: BUSHING, DRUM (NSN: 3950 01-631-0884), Quantity: 14, Part #: MMD-3189. These are for Appleton Model AMD-1379R and AMD-1379L cross deck winches on WLB-225 class cutters. Specific packaging (MILSTD-2073-I E, Method 10, double bubble wrap, ASTM-D5118 box) and marking (MIL-STD-129R, ISO/IEC-16388-2007 Code 39) are required.
- Line Item 2: KIT, DIRECTIONAL CONTROL VALVE (NSN: 4810 01-F18-5588), Quantity: 1, Part #: AMD-2633. This kit is for the directional control valve time compliance technical order for the 175' WLM crane. Specific packaging (MILSTD-2073-L E, Method 10, cushioning, blocking, bracing, Type V Style B covered crate) and marking (MIL-STD-129R, ISO/IEC-16388-2007 Code 39) are required.
- Line Item 3: LOAD CELL, FORCE-WEIGHT (NSN: 6670 01-495-0526), Quantity: 6, Part #: YMD-8564. These are for the assembly, cross deck winch, left hand, P/N AMD-1397L, used aboard 225 FT WLB Coast Guard vessels. Specific packaging (MILSTD-2073-1 E, Method 10, double bubble wrap, ASTM-D6251 wood-cleated panelboard box or ASTM-D6880 heavy duty wooden box) and marking (MIL-STD-129R) are required. No substitutions will be authorized without approval from USCG SFLC technical experts. All shipping and packaging costs must be included in the item cost.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Sole Source)
- Set-Aside: None specified, but restricted to OEM or authorized distributors.
- Response Due: May 11, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
- Published: May 7, 2026
Evaluation
Authorized distributors are invited to submit a quote. All quotes MUST include a letter from the OEM, APPLETON MARINE INC., verifying the company is an authorized distributor. The opportunity also incorporates various Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses, including those related to instructions to offerors, evaluation criteria, and offeror representations and certifications. Bidders must be registered in SAM.gov.
Additional Notes
Technical questions should be directed to Brady Myers at BRADY.A.MYERS@USCG.MIL or 571-613-3388. The primary contracting point of contact is Carlos Diaz Garcia at Carlos.A.DiazGarcia@uscg.mil or 206-827-4024.