OPC Engine Support Contract -FM-MAN 16V 28/33D STC Main Propulsion Diesel Engine Life-Cycle Support
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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 (USCG), Surface Forces Logistics Center, is conducting market research via a Sources Sought Notice to identify potential sources for life-cycle support services for the FM-MAN 16V 28/33D STC Main Propulsion Diesel Engines (MPDEs) installed on the Offshore Patrol Cutter (OPC) fleet. The primary goal is to verify if capable sources, beyond the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) Fairbanks Morse, LLC, exist to provide OEM-authorized support. Responses are due by June 30, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement encompasses comprehensive life-cycle support for the specified MPDEs, including:
- OEM-Authorized Spare Parts: Supply of new parts, tools, and kits, adhering to military packaging standards. Reclaimed, recycled, remanufactured, or aftermarket parts are not acceptable.
- Overhaul Services: Depot-level overhaul of repairable components, including receipt, inspection, repair, testing, and delivery.
- Technical Support: Provision of OEM-certified technical representatives for remote and on-site support during scheduled maintenance and emergent repairs.
- Training: Development and delivery of operational and maintenance training for cutter crews and shoreside support personnel.
Target components for overhaul and spare parts include specific NIINs for cylinder heads, fuel nozzles, pumps, turbo superchargers, starters, and heat exchangers, representing high-failure or long lead-time items.
Contract & Timeline
- Anticipated Contract Type: Single-Award Indefinite-Delivery/Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) contract with Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) delivery orders.
- Anticipated Period of Performance: A base period from April 1, 2027, to March 31, 2028, plus four one-year option periods, potentially extending through March 31, 2032.
- NAICS Code: 333618 – Other Engine Equipment Manufacturing (Size Standard: 1,500 employees).
- Product Service Code (PSC): 2815 – Diesel Engines and Components.
- Response Deadline: June 30, 2026, at 14:00 EST.
Submission Requirements
Interested parties must submit a Capability Statement (maximum 10 pages, excluding OEM authorization letter) addressing:
- Company Profile (UEI, CAGE, business size, socioeconomic certifications).
- Critical OEM Authorization: Non-OEMs must include a formal letter from Fairbanks Morse, LLC, verifying authorized distributor status and access to proprietary data/parts.
- Technical & Depot Experience with the FM-MAN 16V 28/33D STC engine platform.
- Field Engineering & Training Capabilities.
- Quality Management System (QMS) and compliance with military packaging standards (MIL-STD-2073-1, MIL-STD-129).
- Proprietary restrictions and potential subcontracting opportunities for small businesses.
Submissions should be in searchable Adobe PDF format, emailed to Christopher A. Katz (Christopher.A.Katz@uscg.mil) and Ani Tyler (Ani.Tyler@uscg.mil) with the subject line "Sources Sought Response: OPC MPDE Support – [Company Name]".
Additional Notes
This is a Sources Sought Notice for market research only and does not constitute a Request for Proposal or a commitment to award a contract. The Government will not reimburse respondents for submission costs and reserves the right to use information for acquisition planning.