CGC Forward Ventilation Duct Cleaning
Overview
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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 U.S. Coast Guard Surface Force Logistics Center is seeking quotes for Ventilation Duct Cleaning Services for the CGC FORWARD in Portsmouth, VA. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity, issued as a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ Number 11511QR260000151) under simplified acquisition procedures. The contract will be firm-fixed price. Quotes are due by April 13, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide all management, labor, materials, and equipment for depot-level maintenance of ventilation ducting throughout the USCGC Forward (WMEC 270). Key areas include:
- Galley and Pantry Spaces
- Laundry Spaces
- Engineering and Motor Rooms
- General and all other spaces Work involves cleaning, inspecting, disassembling, and reassembling ducting with new gaskets and fasteners, utilizing video probe equipment for internal inspection. Special attention is required for galley and scullery exhaust systems due to accumulated oils and greases. The objective is to maintain operational readiness, extend the vessel's service life, and improve crew habitability.
Period & Place of Performance
- Period of Performance: April 20, 2026 – May 18, 2026
- Place of Performance: USCGC Forward, 4000 Coast Guard Blvd, Portsmouth, VA 23703
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price Purchase Order, using simplified acquisition procedures (FAR Part 13.5).
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (NAICS 336611, Size Standard 1300 employees).
- Award Basis: The Government reserves the right to award on an "All or None Basis" to the offeror submitting the lowest aggregate price.
- Required Submissions: Quotes must be on company letterhead and include:
- Cost Breakdown, Unit Cost, Extended Price, Total Price
- Payment Terms, Discount offered for prompt payment
- Company Unique Entity ID (UEI) and CAGE Code
- Product/service details, Product Data Sheet, and a detailed cost breakdown IAW SOW for technical review.
- Warranty information.
- A Statement of Capabilities detailing relevant experience, technical expertise, personnel qualifications, quality control, and past performance.
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 price and other factors. FAR 52.212-2 (Evaluation-Commercial Items) applies, emphasizing specification, price, past performance, and quality.
Key Dates & Submission
- Quote Due Date: April 13, 2026, at 10:00 AM Eastern Standard Time.
- Submission: Email quotes to SK1 Kyler Madison (Kyler.D.Madison@uscg.mil) and carbon copy SKC Patricia Fremming (Patricia.M.Fremming@uscg.mil).
- Questions: Direct questions to the same email addresses.
- Registration: Vendors MUST be registered in SAM.gov. Annual representations and certifications must be completed electronically via SAM.