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 Surface Forces Logistics Center (SFLC) intends to award a Sole Source, Firm Fixed-Price contract for Under Water Body Repair to the USCG ANT BRISTOL (49427) vessel in Bristol, RI. This is an emergency repair due to hull damage and the vessel taking on water, making full and open competition unsuitable. The acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Proposals are due February 23, 2026, at 11:00 AM EST.
Scope of Work
This opportunity covers unplanned drydock repairs and alterations for the 49' BUSL vessel. Key work items include:
- General Welding: Fabrication, brazing, inspection, plate renewal, and crack repair.
- Ultrasonic Testing (UT): 100 shots for thickness measurements.
- Preservation: Complete removal and recoating of 100% of underwater hull surfaces and freeboard.
- Hull Markings: Application of USCG logo, hull numbers, and legends.
- Cathodic Protection: Renewal of zinc anodes.
- Support Services: Provision of temporary work shelter, marine chemist services, drydocking/undocking, temporary shore services, and sea trial support.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing), Size Standard: 1250 employees
- Period of Performance: February 24, 2026, to March 25, 2026 (30 Calendar Days)
- Anticipated Award Date: February 24, 2026
- Place of Performance: Bristol, RI 02809
Submission & Evaluation
Proposals must be submitted electronically to Troy.S.Elliott@uscg.mil by February 23, 2026, at 11:00 AM EST. Evaluation will follow a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) approach, considering Technical Capability, Price, and Past Performance. Required submissions include:
- SF1449 and Schedule of Supplies and Services (pricing for CLINs)
- Past Performance Documentation (CPARS or PPQ, due Feb 27, 2026, 2:00 PM Eastern)
- Small Business Self Certification, Welding Certifications, Proof of Insurance, Drydock Certification, AMPP/NACE/QP-1 Certification, and a Preliminary Planning Document.
- SAM UEI, TIN, and Proof of JCP Certification are mandatory for access to packages and award.
Key Documents
- Solicitation (70Z04026QSBPL0007.pdf): Outlines requirements, submission details, and evaluation criteria.
- Specification (49427 SPEC dtd 12 FEB 2026.pdf): Details the eleven work items for unplanned drydock repairs.
- Schedule of Supplies and Services (Schedule of Supplies and Services _ 49427.pdf): Provides definite and optional Contract Line Items (CLINs) for pricing.
- Past Performance Questionnaire (PPQ 49427.pdf): Instructions for references to submit performance feedback directly to the USCG by February 27, 2026.