SWITCH, PRESSURE
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), under the Department of Homeland Security, is seeking quotes for the brand name purchase of 75 each SWITCH, PRESSURE, P/N 437900, NSN 5930-01-708-2158. This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation issued as a Request For Quote (RFQ) with the intent to award a Firm Fixed Price Purchase Order. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Quotes are due by May 8, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work / Key Requirements
The requirement is for 75 each SWITCH, PRESSURE, with Part Number 437900 and National Stock Number (NSN) 5930-01-708-2158. The required manufacturer is TYCO FIRE PRODUCTS. These switches are essential for currently installed parts on the 47' Motor Lifeboat. Specific packaging requirements include:
- MILSTD-2073-1E Method 10
- MIL-STD-129R
- ISO/IEC-16388-2007 Code 39 Symbology
- Marking requirements: Purchase Order Number, NSN, Vendor Name, Part Number. Delivery is required by May 16, 2026, and must be FOB DESTINATION.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price Purchase Order.
- Payment Terms: NET 30, in accordance with FAR 52.232-25 Prompt Payment.
- Invoicing: Must be processed through https://www.ipp.gov. Invoices must include CG Purchase Order number, vendor invoice number, cage number, PO item number, description, unit prices, and extended totals. Shipping costs should be a separate line item.
- Delivery Address: U.S. Coast Guard Surface Forces Logistics Center, 2401 Hawkins Point Road, Receiving Room- BLDG 88, Baltimore, MD, 21226.
- Delivery Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
Set-Aside & Eligibility
This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5). All responsible sources may submit a quotation. Vendors must have an active SAM.Gov registration or provide proof of submitted registration. Any proposed substitutions require a Specification Sheet for evaluation.
Submission & Evaluation
Award will be made on a Best Value basis, considering the completeness of the requirement, adherence to the timeframe, and price. The Coast Guard has determined this is a Brand Name purchase, citing "Only One Source Is Available" due to the unavailability of technical data for assessing equal or alternate equipment, and the risk of mission degradation with non-OEM parts. Fair and reasonable pricing will be determined through market research. Total cost must include delivery and freight charges.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Erica Perry (erica.l.perry@uscg.mil, 410-636-6601)
- Secondary Contact: Bryan Duffey (Bryan.A.Duffey@uscg.mil)
- Response Due: May 8, 2026, 4:00 PM ET.
- Published: April 23, 2026.