DOCKSIDE USCGC SENECA FY26 DS2
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 U.S. Coast Guard, under the Department of Homeland Security, is conducting a Sources Sought for Dockside (DS2) maintenance availability for the USCGC SENECA in FY26. This effort aims to identify qualified contractors for ship repair services at the cutter's homeport in Portsmouth, VA. Responses are due by January 29, 2026.
Scope of Work
This contract will cover standard recurring maintenance items and repairs for the USCGC SENECA. Key tasks include:
- Inspections and Cleaning: Watertight closures, piping systems, ventilation systems, thermographic inspections, and various tanks (Aviation Fuel, MP Fuel, Potable Water, Ballast, Dirty Oil, Waste).
- Equipment Servicing: Chain lockers, commissary hoist, anchor chains, ground tackle, anchor windlass, towing bitts, chocks, fairleads, and warping capstan.
- Maintenance and Repair: Propulsion shafting alignment, circuit breaker testing, vent duct cleaning (Engine Room, Galley, Laundry Exhaust), and renewal of fuel tank top plating and ballast tank piping.
- Preservation Services: For specific tanks and chain lockers.
- Overhaul/Replacement: Anchor windlass and engine room fan controllers (some items may be optional).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Product Service Code: J998 - Non Nuclear Ship Repair (East)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Estimated Period of Performance: August 10, 2026 – October 4, 2026
- Response Due: January 29, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST
- Published: January 15, 2026
- Place of Performance: Portsmouth, VA 23703
Evaluation
This is a Sources Sought notice for market research purposes. Responses will be used to assess industry capabilities and inform future procurement strategies.
Additional Notes
This notice is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment by the Government. Interested parties should contact Matthew R. Stansberry at matthew.r.stansberry2@uscg.mil or Alissa Gavalian at alissa.gavalian@uscg.mil for inquiries.