Dry-Dock: USCG ANT BUFFALO (49413) FY26 DD
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 (USCG), under the Department of Homeland Security, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice for FY26 Dry-Dock repair services for the USCG ANT BUFFALO (49413) BUSL. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and seeks to identify capable sources for work to be performed in Detroit, MI. Responses are due by April 13, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern Time.
Purpose & Scope
This notice, issued by the USCG Surface Force Logistics Center, aims to determine the availability of capable commercial sources, assess if commercial services can meet requirements, and understand commercial practices for dry-dock repairs. This is not a solicitation. The required services involve comprehensive dry-dock repairs for the USCG ANT BUFFALO (49413) BUSL, located at 110 MOUNT ELLIOT AVE, DETROIT, MI 48207. Contractors will be responsible for providing all necessary facilities, materials, equipment, and personnel. Example work items include U/W Body Preserve, Hull Plating Freeboard Preserve, Stern Tube Interior Surfaces Preserve, Deck Preserve, and Main Mast Preserve.
Anticipated Contract Details
The anticipated contract type is a Firm-Fixed Price with an estimated period of performance of 30 calendar days. The relevant NAICS Code is 336611, Ship Building and Repairing, with a size standard of 1300 employees.
Submission Requirements
Interested contractors must submit information via email to Regina.ElliottDougherty@uscg.mil by April 13, 2026, 2:00 PM Eastern Time. Submissions must not exceed 10MB and should include:
- Company Name, Address, and UEI Number.
- Point of Contact and Phone Number.
- Business Size (e.g., 8(a), HubZone, SDVOSBC, VOSBC, EDWOSB, WOSBC, Small Business, Large Business) applicable to NAICS Code 336611, with documentation verifying Small Business Certification if applicable.
- A statement confirming intent to submit a proposal if a solicitation is issued.
- Past Performance Information, including evidence of similar work (contract numbers, project titles, dollar amounts, and points of contact).
Important Notes
This is solely for market research and does not constitute a Request for Proposal or Quotation. The government is not obligated to award a contract or compensate for information provided. Failure to respond may result in a company not being considered for future solicitations. Respondents should avoid including proprietary, classified, or sensitive information. Potential offerors are responsible for monitoring www.SAM.gov for future solicitation releases.