USCG ANT BRISTOL (49427) FY26 U/W BODY REPAIR
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) is conducting a Sources Sought for Under Water (U/W) Body Repair services for the USCG ANT BRISTOL (49427). This market research aims to identify qualified sources capable of performing dry dock repairs at their own facility in Bristol, RI, starting approximately March 9, 2026. This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Responses are due by February 20, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
The required services for the FY26 Dry-Dock repair include, but are not limited to:
- General Welding
- Ultrasonic Testing (UT) (100) Shots
- U/W Body Preservation (100%)
- Hull Plating Freeboard Preservation (100%)
- Hull Identification Markings
- Cathodic Protection/Zincs Renewal
- Work Shelter, Temporary
- Marine Chemist Services
- Drydock
- Temporary Services
- Sea Trial Performance Support Contractors must provide all necessary facilities, materials, equipment, and personnel.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research (Anticipated future contract: Firm-Fixed Price)
- Anticipated Duration: Estimated thirty (30) calendar days
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing), Size Standard: 1300 employees
- Response Due: February 20, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern Time
- Published: February 17, 2026
Evaluation
This notice is for market research purposes only to identify potential sources. Responses will help the U.S. Coast Guard determine industry capabilities and potential small business participation for a future solicitation. Failure to respond or submit sufficient information may result in a company not being considered a likely offeror if a solicitation is issued.
Submission Requirements
Interested parties must submit the following information via email to Troy.S.Elliott@uscg.mil by the deadline:
- Company Name, Address, and UEI Number.
- Point of Contact and Phone Number.
- Business Size applicable to NAICS Code 336611 (e.g., 8(a), HubZone, SDVOSBC, VOSBC, EDWOSB, WOSBC, Small Business, Large Business), with documentation verifying Small Business Certification if applicable.
- Statement of intent to submit a proposal as a prime contractor if a solicitation is issued.
- Past Performance Information for similar work (contract numbers, project titles, dollar amounts, points of contact). Email size should not exceed 10MB. Respondents should monitor SAM.gov for any future solicitations.