Offshore Patrol Cutter Hull Form Licenses
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 United States Coast Guard (USCG) has issued a Special Notice announcing its intent to procure Hull Form Licenses (HFL) for the Offshore Patrol Cutter (OPC) from Vard Marine Inc. (VARD) on a sole-source basis. This procurement is critical for the uninterrupted construction of up to 25 OPC cutters. Responses from responsible sources are due by May 23, 2026.
Scope of Requirement
The USCG requires exclusive, irrevocable, worldwide Hull Form Licenses for VARD's proprietary hull design for OPC hulls 1, 2, and 6 through 25. These licenses grant the USCG full control over the vessel's lifecycle and enable the construction of up to 25 OPCs.
Rationale for Sole Source
VARD is identified as the original design authority and sole owner of the OPC hull form intellectual property. Market research confirmed that no other source can legally provide these licenses without infringing on VARD's proprietary rights, making VARD the only viable source. This approach ensures uninterrupted, authorized use of the hull form and meets FAR 6.103-1 criteria for "Only One Responsible Source."
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Intent to Award Sole Source)
- Estimated Cost: $16,750,000.00 (determined fair and reasonable)
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Response Due: May 23, 2026, 05:00 AM ET
- Published: March 5, 2026, 05:14 PM ET
Submission Information
This notice is not a request for competitive proposals. However, responsible sources who believe they can meet the requirement may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation for agency consideration. The Government retains sole discretion in determining whether to compete this proposed contract based on responses.
Points of Contact
- Orenthius D. Betts (Contracting Officer): Orenthius.d.betts@uscg.mil, 251-445-8567
- Mr. ISAAC J HERNANDEZ (Contracts Specialist): isaac.j.hernandez@uscg.mil, 206-815-4394