Tank and Bilge Cleaning Services

Quick Summary

The United States Coast Guard (USCG) is soliciting proposals for Tank and Bilge Cleaning Services for USCG Vessels at the U.S. Coast Guard Yard in Baltimore, MD. This opportunity is for a Requirements contract with fixed-price delivery orders, consisting of one 12-month base period and four 12-month option periods. This acquisition is being conducted on an unrestricted basis. Proposals are due by February 25, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST.

Scope of Work

The contractor will provide comprehensive services including:

• Tank and Bilge Cleaning: Cleaning various types of tanks (e.g., diesel, hydraulic, waste oil, ballast, potable water, sewage) and bilges (e.g., engine room, motor room). Cleaning must meet specific conditions (Code A, B, or C), potentially requiring gas-free certification for hot work.
• Marine Chemist Services: Inspection and certification of tanks, bilges, and compartments to be "Atmosphere Safe for Workers" and/or "Safe for Hot Work" in accordance with NFPA 306.
• Power Washing Services: Cleaning of underwater hulls and appendages (sea chests, props, shafts, rudders) using high-pressure washers (3,000-5,000 psi), including containment and disposal of wash water and debris.

All waste removal and disposal must comply with federal, state, and local environmental regulations, requiring a written manifest/bill of lading for each load.

Contract & Timeline

• Contract Type: Requirements contract with fixed-price delivery orders.
• Duration: One 12-month base period and four 12-month option periods.
• Set-Aside: Unrestricted.
• NAICS: 541380 (Engineering Services) with a $19 million size standard.
• Response Due: February 25, 2026, 1:00 PM EST.
• Published Date: February 11, 2026.
• Place of Performance: U.S. Coast Guard Yard, 2401 Hawkins Point Road, Baltimore, MD 21226.

Submission & Evaluation

Proposals must be submitted in three volumes: Technical Approach (25-page limit), Past Performance (2-page limit per reference), and Price. The award will be made on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis. The government will evaluate price first, then the technical acceptability of the lowest-priced offer. The government intends to award without discussions, so initial proposals should represent the best terms. A minimum acceptance period of 120 calendar days is required.

Special Requirements & Notes

• Personnel: Contractor must provide a qualified Supervisor. Employees must be U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents, undergo background checks for installation access (RAPIDGate or TWIC), and include a "Competent Person" certified under 29 CFR §1915.
• Safety: Compliance with 29 CFR 1915 (OSHA Shipyard Industry Standard) and a Fall Protection Plan are mandatory.
• Environmental Compliance: Strict adherence to federal, state, and local environmental regulations, including the CG Yard's Environmental Management System (EMS), Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plan, and Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) is required. Contractors are responsible for proper disposal of all removed materials.
• Required Documentation: Offerors must provide documentation of hazardous material hauling licenses, disposal site certification, equipment lists, a Spill Response Plan, a Fall Protection Plan, and an agreement with a National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) certified Marine Chemist.
• Insurance: Required insurance includes Ship Repairer's Liability ($500,000), Comprehensive General Liability ($500,000), and coverage under the Longshoremen's and Harbor Worker's Act and State Workmen's Compensation Law.
• Pricing: Offerors must complete Attachment 2 – Price Schedule.
• Contact: All questions must be submitted in writing via email to Seth Andrew at seth.a.andrew@uscg.mil.