UNPLANNED DRYDOCK: USCGC BERNARD WEBBER UPDD FY2026
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 (USCG), under the Department of Homeland Security, is soliciting proposals for unplanned drydock repairs for the USCGC BERNARD WEBBER (WPC-1101). This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity for a Firm-Fixed Price contract. The repairs are scheduled from March 17, 2026, to June 2, 2026, and require a facility accessible from a navigable waterway with specific depth and clearance. Proposals are due by February 24, 2026, at 11:00 AM.
Scope of Work
The Statement of Work (SOW) details critical repairs and services, including:
- Work Item 1: Main Reduction Gears, Renew: Replacement of port and starboard Main Reduction Gear (MRG) assemblies.
- Work Item 2: Propulsion Shafting System, Inspect and Repair: Comprehensive inspection and maintenance of the propulsion shafting system, including propellers, shafts, and stern tube components.
- Work Item 3: Drydocking: Requirements for drydocking, undocking, and related tasks.
- Work Item 4: Temporary Services, Provide - Cutter: Provision of various temporary services to the cutter during availability.
- Work Item 5: Sea Trial Performance, Support, Provide: Contractor support for sea trials.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price.
- Period of Performance: March 17, 2026, to June 2, 2026.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS Code: 336611 (Shipbuilding and Repairing Commercial and Military Watercraft) with a 1300-employee size standard.
- Place of Performance: Commercial contractor's facility.
- Special Notes: Funds are not presently available; no award will be made until funds are available. The Government reserves the right to cancel this solicitation.
Submission & Evaluation
Offerors must submit signed and dated quotes via email. Required submissions include a Cover Letter, Price Schedule (using the provided Schedule of Services template), Past Performance references, and Technical Capability Submission. Quotes must remain firm for 90 calendar days.
Evaluation will be based on Technical Capability, Past Performance, and Price. Technical Capability and Past Performance are considered significantly more important than price.
Key Dates & Contacts
- Deadline for Questions: February 16, 2026.
- Site Visit Encouraged: Must be completed by February 16, 2026.
- Drawings Request Deadline: February 16, 2026 (some subject to Export Control).
- Offer Due Date: February 24, 2026, at 11:00 AM EST.
- Primary Contact: Maggie Trader, Maggie.L.Trader@uscg.mil, 757-628-4957.