Sole Source - Open, Inspect, Drum Winch
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 U.S. Coast Guard, under the Department of Homeland Security, intends to award a sole source contract to Ram Winch and Hoist Management, LLC for the Open, Inspect, and Repair of Drum Winches. This is a Special Notice indicating a non-competitive procurement. Interested parties believing they can fulfill the requirements must submit a capability statement by June 15, 2026, 3:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
This requirement involves the Open, Inspect, and Repair of 10 units of Drum Winches, Power Operated, specifically identified as part number HU40-REMAN ORNEW HU40-9.5. The manufacturer is RAM WINCH & HOIST. The services are critical for maintaining ship and marine equipment, falling under PSC J020 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Ship And Marine Equipment).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Intent to Sole Source)
- Intended Awardee: Ram Winch and Hoist Management, LLC
- Justification: FAR 13.106-1(b) - Only one responsible source (OEM with proprietary knowledge and specialized capabilities).
- NAICS Code: 811310 (Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance)
- Set-Aside: Not Applicable (Sole Source Intent)
- Response Due: June 15, 2026, 3:00 PM ET
- Published: June 11, 2026
Response Information
This notice is not a request for competitive proposals. However, any firm that believes it can provide the required services with the same level of compatibility, quality, and performance as the OEM is invited to submit a capability statement. Information received will be used solely to determine if a competitive procurement is feasible. The government reserves the right to proceed with a sole source award based on its discretion. No reimbursement will be provided for costs associated with submitting capability information. Telephone requests will not be honored.
Contact
Chad Ball Email: chad.a.ball@uscg.mil Phone: 571-607-2534