Side Sonar Scan of USCG 87' Patrol Boat
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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) is soliciting quotes for a Side Sonar Scan of an 87' Patrol Boat's underwater hull at USCG Base Ketchikan, AK. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity, with award based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) approach. Quotes are due by April 19, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will perform a complete side scan sonar inspection of the underwater hull and freeboard of the 87' U.S. Coast Guard Cutter. Key tasks include:
- Conducting ultrasonic side scan testing to detect metal corrosion and deterioration.
- Inspecting interior and bilge plating for rust bubbles and removing them for accurate survey results.
- Providing fresh water, electrical power, and access means (e.g., scaffolding) as required.
- Handling interferences like hull zinc anode systems and docking blocks.
- Ensuring surface preparation and primer coat application are completed prior to the survey.
Performance Standards
- Scanning resolution must be 0.5" x 0.5".
- Plates with wastage >= 25% nominal thickness must be highlighted in RED as "repair areas".
- Plates with wastage >= 15% to 24% must be highlighted in YELLOW.
- Plates with wastage >= 10% to 14% must be highlighted in DARK GREEN.
- Handheld UT readings are required to verify "bad metal" areas.
- Personnel must meet ASNT Recommended Practice No. SNT-TC-1A qualifications, with an ASNT Level III Analyst on-site.
- Daily updates to the COR and a final report within three working days, including digital photos and electronic files of repair areas.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm Fixed-Price (CLIN 0001 – Side Scan Sonar Hull Inspection Service – 1 Job).
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business (FAR 19.5).
- Place of Performance: USCG Base Ketchikan, 1300 Stedman St., Ketchikan, AK 99901.
- Product Service Code: H919 (Other Quality Control, Testing And Inspection Services: Ships, Small Craft, Pontoons, And Floating Docks).
Evaluation Factors
Award will be made to the responsible offeror providing a technically acceptable quote at the lowest evaluated price. Offerors must provide:
- A brief technical narrative describing their approach and side scan sonar equipment.
- A 3-page capability document showing past experience in similar underwater hull inspection services.
- A firm-fixed-price for CLIN 0001.
Submission & Deadlines
- Quotes Due: April 19, 2026, by 4:00 PM AKDT.
- Questions Due: April 13, 2026, by 8:00 AM AKDT.
- Submission Method: Email to Benjamin Reedy at Benjamin.R.Reedy@uscg.mil.
- Desired Start Date: Offerors must confirm ability to meet May 11, 2026, or propose an alternative.
Key Provisions & Clauses
This acquisition incorporates FAR Part 12 and includes provisions such as 52.212-1 (Instructions to Offerors), 52.216-1 (Type of Contract - Firm Fixed Price), 52.209-11 (Representation by Corporations Regarding Delinquent Tax Liability or a Felony Conviction), and 52.204-7 (SAM Registration). Numerous clauses are incorporated by reference, including 52.219-6 (Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside) and 52.219-14 (Limitations on Subcontracting).