GRIT REMOVAL
Overview
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PSC
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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 seeking quotes for Grit Removal and Disposal services at the USCG Yard, Baltimore, MD. This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for a Firm Fixed Price Purchase Order, issued as an RFQ (70Z04026Q60525Y00). The opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Quotes are due by January 28, 2026, at 9:00 A.M. Eastern.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, tools, and supervision necessary for the removal and disposal of approximately 160 tons of 80 mesh garnet (non-hazardous grit). This includes material from inside the enclosure, dust drums, duct collector, surrounding areas, and the vessel deck. The contractor must comply with the Coast Guard Yard Statement of Work for Non-Hazardous Grit Removal & Disposal, demonstrating a capability to remove 15 tons per day. All grit, including wet and compacted material, must be removed and either stored temporarily in a Vacuum Box or transported off-site daily. Final cleanup of scaffolding to a "broom swept" condition is required.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price Purchase Order
- Solicitation Number: 70Z04026Q60525Y00 (RFQ)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: January 28, 2026, 9:00 A.M. Eastern
- Published Date: January 12, 2026
- Period of Performance: 3 consecutive weeks between April 18, 2026, and May 9, 2026.
- Place of Performance: U.S. Coast Guard Yard, 2401 Hawkins Point Road, Baltimore, MD 21226.
Evaluation & Award
Award will be made on a Best Value basis, following FAR 13 (Simplified Acquisition Procedures). Evaluation criteria include meeting all technical requirements, adherence to deadlines, and price. Past performance will be reviewed solely for