USCGC PATOKA MONITORING SYSTEM UPGRADE
Overview
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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 Department of Homeland Security (DHS), United States Coast Guard (USCG) Surface Forces Logistics Center (SFLC) has issued a Notice of Intent (NOI) to award a Sole Source Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract for the USCGC PATOKA monitoring system upgrade. The intended contractor is FINCANTIERI MARINE SYSTEMS of Chesapeake, VA. This notice serves to inform industry of the Government's intent and to solicit responses from any interested parties who believe they can provide the required services competitively. Responses are due by March 20, 2026, at 8:00 AM Pacific Time (PST).
Scope of Work
This requirement involves providing technical and engineering support for mocking up and testing an upgraded DES and Solid-State Monitoring System. This system is specifically for the Isotta Frashchini V1312-MLH-KC Main Diesel Engines used by the WLR/WLIC Fleet. Key tasks include:
- Supplying one 15” Solid State unit and one DES unit.
- Connecting the monitoring system to the engine.
- Lining up the fuel and cooling systems.
- Starting and operating the engine.
- Testing the Solid State monitoring system. The contractor must provide a certified mechanic familiar with the specified engine and control system. The place of performance is Fincantieri Marine Systems North America in Chesapeake, VA.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Special Notice (Notice of Intent to Sole Source)
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP)
- Procurement Procedures: Commercial item procedures under FAR Part 12 and FAR Part 13, specifically FAR 13.106-1(b)(1) for sole source.
- Intended Contractor: FINCANTIERI MARINE SYSTEMS
- NAICS Code: 336611 - Ship Building and Repairing
- Product Service Code (PSC): J020 - Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Ship And Marine Equipment
- Set-Aside: This is not a small business set-aside. The Government intends to award on a sole source basis to a large business.
- Period of Performance: March 20, 2026 – June 30, 2026
- Response Due: March 20, 2026, by 8:00 AM PST
- Published Date: March 11, 2026
Submission & Inquiries
This is not a formal solicitation or request for competitive proposals. No solicitation document is available. Interested parties must submit clear, compelling, and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government. Responses, offers, or quotations must be submitted in writing via email to Mr. Sean McTague at Sean.P.McTague@uscg.mil. The subject line must reference Solicitation 70Z08526Q001970. All inquiries regarding the scope of work must also be directed to the Contracting Officer.
Additional Notes
No award will be made based on unsolicited quotations or offers received in response to this notice. Information received will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. A determination by the Government not to proceed with a competitive procurement is solely within its discretion. Prospective contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) prior to award.