Notice of Intent to Sole Source Foreign Passenger Vessel Examiner Course
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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 United States Coast Guard (USCG), Office of Contracting & Procurement Headquarters Division 4, Branch 2, has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source a contract for the Foreign Passenger Vessel Examiner Course. The USCG intends to award this contract directly to Landry & Kling Global Ship Solutions to provide an at-sea training environment aboard an operational cruise vessel. This action is justified under 10 U.S. Code § 3204(a)(1) as "Only one responsible source" can satisfy agency requirements. While the notice indicates a Total Small Business Set-Aside, the primary intent is a sole source award.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a fully integrated, at-sea training environment to support two convenings of the Foreign Passenger Vessel Examiner Course (Course ID: 500317) between April and November 2026. The contractor must provide a single cruise vessel and itinerary capable of concurrently offering:
- Lodging and meals for up to 21 attendees per convening.
- A dedicated onboard training space equipped with audio/visual equipment and Wi-Fi.
- Onboard logistical support.
- Escorted access by ship’s crew to critical shipboard spaces and systems during specific sailings.
The cruise vessel must be at least 70,000 gross tons, departing from U.S. East Coast or Gulf of America ports, with at least four to six weeks between sailings.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Sole Source (Presolicitation - Notice of Intent)
- Intended Awardee: Landry & Kling Global Ship Solutions (UEI: CEHURV7H94L8)
- Authority: 10 U.S. Code § 3204(a)(1) - "Only one responsible source"
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (as indicated in the original notice, though this is a sole source action)
- Agency: Department of Homeland Security / US Coast Guard
- Office: HQ CONTRACT OPERATIONS (CG-912)
- PSC: V214 (Marine Passenger Service)
- NAICS: 483112
- Period of Performance: 8 months from award date (anticipated April 3, 2026)
- Place of Performance: Contractor's facilities (operational cruise ship) departing from major U.S. East Coast or Gulf of America ports.
Key Requirements
The SOW specifies detailed performance standards, including:
- Lodging for 21 individuals in single cabins, with at least three meals and non-alcoholic beverages daily.
- A training facility of at least 1100 sq ft with 8 ft ceilings, available from 0700 to 2100 ship's time, equipped with 30 chairs, 7 tables, A/V equipment, Wi-Fi, and refreshments.
- Secure training facilities with Coast Guard instructor access.
- Escorted access for groups to specific ship locations (e.g., bridge, engine control room) and knowledgeable crew for equipment demonstrations.
- Contractor personnel must be eligible for a Secret Clearance.
Response Information
This is a Notice of Intent to award a sole source contract and is not a request for competitive quotes/proposals. However, all responsible sources may submit a quotation, bid, or proposal, as appropriate, which will be considered by the agency. Any interested party who believes they can meet the requirements must submit their capabilities statement by April 2, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET.
- Point of Contact: Brenda Taylor, Contracting Officer
- Email: Brenda.S.Taylor2@uscg.mil
- Phone: 206-815-0892