Dry-Dock: USCG ANT BUFFALO (49413) FY26 DD

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation (Solicitation Number: 70Z04026QSBPL0011) for commercial products and services, specifically for "USCG ANT BUFFALO (49413) FY2026 DRYDOCK REPAIRS." The U.S. Coast Guard is procuring these services.

• The solicitation details various contract clauses and provisions that outline the requirements for the contractor.

• Specific requirements include, but are not limited to:

  • Ship Repairer's Liability and Comprehensive General Liability insurance.
  • Adherence to Department of Labor Safety and Health Regulations for Ship Repair.
  • Maintaining, reporting, and disposing of Government Property.
  • Performance of "growth work" only with Contracting Officer authorization.
  • Use of a Composite Labor Rate for contract changes.
  • Compliance with specific certifications such as AMPP, NACE Level 3, or QP-1 Certification for painting contractors.
  • Submission of a preliminary planning document with the proposal.
  • Adherence to requirements for combating trafficking in persons, safeguarding covered contractor information systems, and prohibitions on contracting for certain telecommunications and video surveillance services or equipment.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP).

• Period of Performance: July 14, 2026, to August 13, 2026.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but the solicitation is for a firm-fixed-price contract.

• Offer Due Date: June 26, 2026, at 2:00 PM Local Time.

• Quotes must be submitted electronically to Troy.S.Elliott@uscg.mil.

• Evaluation Approach: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA).

• Evaluation Factors:

  • Factor 1: Technical Capability (evaluated for acceptability only).
  • Factor 2: Price.
  • Factor 3: Past Performance (review of CPARS or past performance questionnaires).

• Required Documents: SF1449, Schedule of Supplies and Services, Past Performance Documentation, Small Business Self Certification, Welding Certifications, Proof of Insurance, AMPP/NACE/QP-1 Certification, Planning Document, SAM UEI, TIN, Proof of JCP Certification, and completed FAR 52.212-3.

• The acquisition is set aside for Small Business (100%).

• NAICS Code: 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing and Main Component Manufacturing).

• Size Standard: 1250 employees.

• Vendors must register with the Joint Certification Program (JCP) to access USCG drawings. Requests for drawings must be received by June 3, 2026.

• Requests for Clarifications must be received by June 10, 2026.

• Anticipated Award Date: June 30, 2026.

Specification / Technical Document

This document, "USCG 49413 (BUSL 49) SPECIFICATION FOR DRYDOCK REPAIRS FY2026", outlines the detailed requirements for drydock repairs and preservation work on a U.S. Coast Guard vessel (49' BUSL). It is structured into ten distinct "Work Items," each addressing a specific area or component of the vessel requiring attention.

• Work Item 1-4 & 6-10: Focus on preservation (coating/painting) of various vessel surfaces including the underwater hull (U/W Body), hull plating freeboard, stern tube interior, foredeck, exterior decks (buoy), anchor chain hawse pipe, and the main mast. These items detail surface preparation, coating systems, application methods, and quality control measures.
• Work Item 5: Covers the application of hull identification markings, including USCG logos, hull numbers, and legends.
• Work Item 7: Addresses the preservation of the A-Frame structure.
• Work Item 8: Requires the provision of a temporary, waterproof, nonflammable, and ventilated work shelter for the vessel.

The document extensively references various U.S. Coast Guard and industry standard specifications (e.g., SFLC Std Spec 0000, SFLC Std Spec 6310, SSPC, NACE, MIL-PRF) for detailed procedures on surface preparation, coating application, quality assurance, and environmental protection.

Potential bidders should review the specific requirements within each Work Item to understand the scope of work, materials, and processes required for each area of the vessel. The document also outlines general requirements for safety, environmental compliance, and quality control that apply to the entire project.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines the "Schedule of Supplies and Services" for the USCG ANT BUFFALO (49413) DRYDOCK REPAIRS. It requires bidders to provide cost associations for each Definite CLIN (Contract Line Item Number) and Option(s) CLIN, with an overall total to be submitted on an Excel spreadsheet.

• CLINs and Descriptions: Lists specific tasks such as U/W Body Preserve, Hull Plating Preserve, Stern Tube Interior Surfaces Preserve, Deck Preserve, Hull Identification Markings Apply, Exterior Decks Preserve, A-Frame Preserve, Temporary Work Shelter, Anchor Chain Hawse Pipe Preserve, Main Mast Preserve, Composite Labor Rate, GFP Report, and Laydays.
• Quantity and Unit of Issue: Specifies a quantity of 1 for most items, with units of issue including JOB, HR, and DAY.
• Pricing Fields: Includes columns for Unit Price and Total, which bidders must complete.
• Value Totals: Provides fields for Total Definite Value, Total Option Value, and Total Value, to be calculated for firm fixed priced items and optional items.

This schedule is critical for bidders to understand the specific services and supplies required for the drydocking repairs. Bidders must use this to prepare their pricing proposals accurately, ensuring all listed CLINs are addressed with associated costs. The format indicates a requirement for detailed cost breakdown and submission via Excel.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Past Performance Questionnaire (PPQ) intended to gather feedback from references regarding a contractor's performance on a previous or current contract. This information is used by the U.S. Coast Guard to validate contractor performance as part of a solicitation response.

• Instructions: Details on how to complete and submit the PPQ, including submission deadline (June 27, 2026, 2:00 PM Eastern), contact information for the Contract Specialist (Troy Elliott), and submission method (email to Troy.s.elliott@uscg.mil).
• General Information: Sections for the past performance evaluator's contact details and the contractor's identification (name, contract type, pricing type, reference number, description of service/supply, period of performance, place of performance, complexity of work, subcontracting details).
• Evaluation Areas: Specific sections for rating the contractor's performance in:
  • Quality of Product or Service
  • Schedule
  • Cost Control
  • Management
  • Regulatory Compliance
• Summary: Overall assessment and additional comments.

This questionnaire is sent to references by a contractor intending to bid on a U.S. Coast Guard solicitation. The completed PPQ provides the government with critical past performance data to evaluate the bidder's reliability and capability. Bidders should ensure their references are aware of the submission requirements and deadlines.