USCGC CALHOUN FQ4 FY26
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 is soliciting proposals for dockside repairs to the USCGC CALHOUN (WMSL-759), a 418-foot National Security Cutter, for Fiscal Year 2026, Fourth Quarter (FQ4 FY26). This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The Firm Fixed Price contract covers a performance period from September 2, 2026, to November 21, 2026. Proposals are due by May 7, 2026, at 14:00 Local Time.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide all necessary labor, services, supplies, materials, equipment, and personnel to perform comprehensive dockside repairs. Key work items include, but are not limited to:
- Maintenance and Preservation: Stern Boat Launch and Recovery, Oily Water Separator (OWS) System grooming, Fire Prevention.
- Inspection and Testing: Talon Grid, Cargo Handling Elevator, Incinerator, Fire Detection System, various tanks (Aviation Fuel Service, Stowage, Overflow, Grey Water, Sewage, MP Fuel Storage, Oily Waste).
- Renewal: Deck covering (slip-resistant) on flight deck, hangars, and general deck areas.
- Other Tasks: Provision of tenting, general welding services, installation of Tank Level Indicators, and provision of temporary services. All work must adhere to SFLC Standard Specifications and Coast Guard drawings.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Period of Performance: September 2, 2026 - November 21, 2026
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 336611 (Shipbuilding and Repairing Commercial and Military Watercraft)
- Size Standard: 1300 employees
- Place of Performance: North Charleston, SC
Submission & Evaluation
Offerors must submit quotes via email to the Contracting Officer and Contract Specialist. Submissions require a planning document (e.g., Gantt Chart) detailing work schedules and critical inspection reports, and a written narrative (maximum 10 pages) describing technical capabilities, performance risks, and quality assurance. Pricing must be submitted using Attachment 1 (Price Schedule). Award will be based on a Best-Value Trade-Off approach, where Technical Capability and Past Performance are significantly more important than Price. The government intends to evaluate quotes and make an award without discussions.
Key Dates & Contacts
- Questions & Technical Package Requests Due: April 24, 2026
- Proposals Due: May 7, 2026, 14:00 Local Time
- Primary Contact: Robin B. Kloeppel (robin.b.kloeppel@uscg.mil, 206-827-4342)
- Secondary Contact: William Zittle (william.r.zittle@uscg.mil, 410-762-6485)
Additional Notes
Bidders must account for logistical requirements, including FLETC base access and pier lay down procedures, which require 14-30 days lead time for personnel access. A Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) may be required to access sensitive information. Specific cutter work hours are outlined, with provisions for requesting work outside designated times.