Dock-Side (DS): USCGC HEALY (WAGB 20) Fiscal Year 2027
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 United States Coast Guard (USCG) Surface Forces Logistics Center (SFLC) is conducting a Sources Sought to identify industry capability and interest for Dock-Side (DS) services for the USCGC HEALY (WAGB 20) in Fiscal Year 2027. The vessel is homeported in Seattle, WA. Responses, including a completed questionnaire, are due by May 20, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
This Sources Sought aims to determine overall vendor interest, availability, and capability to perform the required dock-side maintenance for the USCGC HEALY. The anticipated period of performance is from January 5, 2027, through May 9, 2027. The USCG expects significant involvement from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), GE Power, for work on Science Winch Control Systems, Cycloconverters, and Main Diesel Engines, requiring coordination and potential laydown area on the pier.
Key work items include, but are not limited to:
- Fire Prevention and Temporary Services
- Recapitalization of Science Data Network, CG One Network, and Ice Radar
- Load testing of electrical systems (28 Volt DC Helo Power Supply, 400 Hz Electrical Power Distribution)
- Upgrades to Impressed Current Cathodic Protection
- Inspection and testing of Oceanographic Winch, Scientific and Ocean Engineering Systems
- Maintenance and overhaul of various mechanical systems (Oily Water Separator, Auxiliary Diesel Generator Starter, Refrigeration Plant, Boilers, Ship Service Air Compressor, Fuel/Lube Oil Purifiers)
- Inspection and preservation of hull, decks, superstructure, and stack
Key Information & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought
- Anticipated RFP Release: July 2026
- Estimated Period of Performance: January 5, 2027 – May 9, 2027
- Response Due Date: May 20, 2026, 7:00 PM UTC
- Published Date: May 5, 2026
- NAICS Code: 336611 – Ship Building and Repairing (Size Standard: 1,300 Employees)
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
- Place of Performance: Seattle, WA
Response Requirements
Interested parties must submit a capability statement. Attachment 1, 'HEALY DS27 Questionnaire.docx,' is provided and must be completed. This questionnaire requests:
- Company information (name, address, CAGE Code, UEI, business size, socio-economic category)
- Confirmation of availability for the specified period in Seattle, WA
- Time needed from award to start of work
- Examples of satisfactory past performance for similar work within the last three years
- Details on organizational, experience, accounting, operational controls, and technical capabilities.
No cost or pricing data is required at this stage.
Additional Notes
This notice is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a Request for Quote (RFQ) or Request for Proposal (RFP). It is not a commitment by the Government to issue a solicitation or award a contract. The Government will not pay for any effort expended in response to this announcement. Future information will be posted on SAM.gov.
Primary Contact: Amy Kelm (Amy.A.Kelm@uscg.mil)