remove engine and installation of new engine
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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, Surface Forces Logistics Center (SFLC) is soliciting quotes for the removal of an existing Volvo Penta diesel engine and installation of a new, government-furnished Volvo Penta engine on the USCGC Active (22 CBL, Hull #22342). This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ) for commercial services, designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The work will be performed in Port Angeles, WA. Quotes are due March 12, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will be responsible for all labor, materials, and equipment to complete the engine exchange. Key tasks include:
- Engine Removal: Disconnecting all systems, carefully removing the existing Volvo Penta engine, and preparing the engine bay.
- Engine Installation: Installing the new, government-furnished Volvo Penta engine, aligning it, reconnecting all systems (electrical, fuel, cooling, exhaust), and filling fluids.
- Old Engine Preparation: Draining fluids, capping openings, and securely crating the old engine for freight shipping as directed by the USCG.
- Testing & Acceptance: Performing initial start-up, idle tests, dockside operational tests, and a sea trial with a USCG representative to verify performance.
All work must adhere to OEM specifications, USCG regulations, and marine industry best practices. The contractor must have experience with marine diesel engines, particularly Volvo Penta models. A Condition Found Report (CFR) process is required for any discrepancies outside the defined scope.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price Purchase Order (RFQ)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Product/Service Code: J020 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Ship And Marine Equipment)
- Period of Performance: March 5, 2026 – May 5, 2026
- Response Due: March 12, 2026, 1:00 PM UTC
- Published Date: March 9, 2026, 5:02 PM UTC
- Place of Performance: Port Angeles, WA
Evaluation
Quotes will be evaluated based on three factors:
- Technical Capability: Ability to perform services as described in the Performance Work Statement.
- Past Performance: Record of relevant and recent past performance.
- Price: Fair and reasonable pricing.
Additional Notes
- Invoicing: All invoicing for Purchase Orders must be entered and processed through https://www.ipp.gov.
- Work Location Constraint: All work must be completed within 150 miles and 4 hours of Port Angeles, WA.
- Contact for Questions:
- Contracting Officer: Joshua Richardson (Joshua.C.Richardson2@uscg.mil)
- Technical Questions (COR): Mitchell Sabo (Mitchell.T.Sabo@uscg.mil)
- Submission: Quotes must be submitted via email to Joshua.C.Richardson2@uscg.mil with the solicitation number 52000PR260023258 in the subject line.