EQUIPMENT RENTAL- AIR COMPRESSOR & BLAST POT
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 Forces Logistics Center (SFLC) is soliciting quotes for the rental of an Air Compressor and an 8-Ton Blast Pot for operations at the USCG Yard in Baltimore, MD. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. The rental period is for three consecutive weeks between June 3, 2026, and June 24, 2026, with an option to extend. Quotes are due by May 6, 2026, at 9:00 AM (Eastern).
Scope of Work
The requirement is for the rental of specific equipment to support blasting operations on an 87' Coast Guard vessel. The contractor must provide:
- One (1) 1800 CFM diesel-powered air compressor with drier, Chicago fittings, after cooler, internal & external driers, and filter package. It must include three 3-inch by 50-foot air hoses and three bull hose spud connectors. The unit must have been manufactured within 5 years of the contract date.
- One (1) 8-Ton Blast Pot (160 cu. ft. media capacity, 150 psi rating, cone bottom) with four Thompson Valve II metering valves and electric remote controls, skid or highway trailer mounted. This unit must also have been manufactured within 5 years of the contract date.
The contractor is responsible for all maintenance and repairs during the rental period, including providing a mechanic within eight hours of notice (7 days a week) or a replacement unit within 48 hours if repairs are not possible. An inspection report confirming good working order is required prior to delivery. All work must comply with the attached Statement of Work.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price Purchase Order (Competitive Price Purchase Order)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business (FAR 19.5)
- Performance Period: Three consecutive weeks between June 3, 2026, and June 24, 2026, with an option to extend services for up to 6 months (FAR 52.217-8).
- Place of Performance: U.S. Coast Guard Yard, ATTN: Paint Shop, 2401 Hawkins Point Road, Baltimore, MD 21226.
- Response Due: May 6, 2026, at 9:00 AM (Eastern).
- Published Date: April 28, 2026.
Evaluation
Award will be made on a Best Value Basis under FAR 13 – Simplified Acquisition Procedures. Evaluation criteria include meeting all technical requirements, adherence to deadlines, and price. Past performance will be reviewed solely for responsibility determination per FAR 9.1.
Additional Notes
Payment will be made via Government Purchase Order (Net 30) through IPP (https://www.ipp.gov). No down payments or advanced payments will be made. Vendors must ensure they can secure funding until delivery and acceptance by the US Coast Guard. All personnel requiring access to the USCG Yard must obtain visitors' passes and clearance, with a personnel list provided 24 hours in advance. Quotes must be emailed to Erica Gibbs at ERICA.L.GIBBS@USCG.MIL with "2126406Y6176K96004" in the subject line.