USCG TRACEN CAPE MAY REPAIR, AND RETURN OF USCG FOUL WEATHER PARKAS, TROUSERS, AND LINER JACKETS
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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 Training Center (TRACEN) Cape May is soliciting proposals for repair and return services for USCG Foul Weather Parkas, Trousers, and Liner Jackets. This is a Firm-Fixed Price Request for Quotation (RFQ), designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The primary goal is to maintain the operational readiness of essential gear for recruits and personnel. Quotes are due by March 11, 2026.
Purpose & Scope of Work
The objective is to provide all labor, materials, equipment, transportation, and supervision necessary to inspect, repair, and return USCG Foul Weather Parkas, Trousers, and Liner Jackets in accordance with detailed specifications. The scope includes full tailoring services for trainees, ensuring garments are restored to original operational standards and appearance. This is a requirements contract with estimated annual quantities of 200 parkas, 200 trousers, and 100 liners.
Key Tasks
- Arrange pickup of garments from TRACEN Cape May upon 10-day email notification from the Government.
- Verify quantities and prepare itemized inventory lists.
- Inspect garments for defects and perform necessary repairs (e.g., zippers, snaps, drawstrings, Velcro, rips, holes) using matching materials and methods.
- Return repaired garments within 15 calendar days of pickup, ensuring they are in serviceable and presentable condition.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price Request for Quotation (RFQ).
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS Code: 315210 (Small Business Size Standard: 750 Employees).
- Product Service Code (PSC): J084 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Clothing, Individual Equipment, And Insignia).
- Period of Performance: A Base Year (April 1, 2026 - March 31, 2027) with two one-year option periods, for a potential total contract duration of five years.
- Place of Performance: Contractor's facilities, with frequent visits to TRACEN Cape May, NJ.
Submission Requirements
Offerors must submit a comprehensive quote consisting of four volumes:
- Volume 1: Price – Complete the provided Pricing Worksheet for the base year and all option years.
- Volume 2: Technical Approach – Detail proposed methods for inspecting, repairing, and returning garments, demonstrating the ability to meet all specifications. (Maximum 30 pages).
- Volume 3: Past Performance – Provide data for two relevant contracts performed or completed within the last five years.
- Volume 4: Quality Control and Inventory Management Plan – Describe procedures for verifying garment quantities/conditions, documenting discrepancies, and ensuring serviceable delivery.
Quotes must comply with all RFQ requirements. Any exceptions to terms and conditions must be clearly listed with rationale.
Evaluation Criteria
Award will be made to the quoter offering the best value to the Government, considering:
- Technical Approach: Evaluation of proposed methods and ability to meet garment specifications.
- Past Performance: Assessment of relevant experience, quality, timeliness, and reliability.
- Quality Control and Inventory Management: Review of procedures for verification, documentation, and delivery standards.
- Price.
The Government intends to award without discussions, so initial offers should contain the best terms.
Key Dates & Contact
- Quote Submission Deadline: March 11, 2026, 3:00 PM ET.
- Submission Method: Email to john.h.caicedo2@uscg.mil.
- Anticipated Award Date: 10 days after the solicitation closing date.
- Contact: JOHN CAICEDO, JOHN.H.CAICEDO2@USCG.MIL, 2068151586.
Important Notes
- Offerors must complete entity-level representations and certifications online in the System for Award Management (SAM).
- Invoices must be submitted electronically through the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP).
- A Wage Determination for Cape May, NJ, is provided and must be incorporated into pricing.
- Contractor personnel visiting TRACEN Cape May require background checks and valid identification.