GARNET ABRASIVE MEDIA #80
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, Surface Forces Logistics Center (SFLC) is soliciting quotes for GARNET ABRASIVE MEDIA #80. This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ) for commercial items, with an anticipated Firm Fixed Price Purchase Order award based on Best Value. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Quotes are due by May 13, 2026, at 1:00 PM UTC.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for one hundred sixty (160) metric tons of #80 Red Garnet Abrasive Media, to be delivered in eighty (80) two-metric ton super sacks. The cost of delivery must be included in the material cost, and delivery must be via a wrap flatbed trailer, with no exceptions. All deliveries are required by June 1, 2026.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ 2126406Y61K6597003)
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price Purchase Order
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Evaluation: Best Value, considering complete requirement fulfillment, adherence to required timeframe, and price.
- Payment Terms: NET 30, in accordance with FAR 52.232-25 Prompt Payment.
- Quote Due: May 13, 2026, 1:00 PM UTC
- Published: May 6, 2026
Key Requirements
- Delivery: FOB Destination, to U.S. Coast Guard SFLC, 2401 Hawkins Point Road, Receiving Room- BLDG 88, Baltimore, MD, 21226. Deliveries are Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
- Packaging: Material must be packaged using Military Packaging (MIL-STD-2073-1E) and marked in accordance with MIL-STD-129R, including PO number, NSN (if applicable), vendor name, and part number.
- Invoicing: All invoicing must be processed through https://www.ipp.gov, citing the CG Purchase Order number and other required details. Vendors without an IPP account must indicate this for setup.
- Vendor Registration: All vendors must have an active SAM.gov registration or provide proof of submission for registration.
- Substitutions: Any proposed substitutions must include a Specification Sheet for evaluation.
Additional Notes
A document titled "SOLICITATION ATTACHMENT- FAR CLAUSES.pdf" provides a list of applicable Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses, including those related to telecommunications and commercial products/services. Bidders should review these clauses to understand compliance obligations. The primary contact for this opportunity is ERICA GIBBS at ERICA.L.GIBBS@USCG.MIL or 206-815-5371.