USCGC POLAR STAR WINDINGS EVALUATION
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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 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 to TECO WESTINGHOUSE. This procurement is for generator testing and assessment services for the USCGC POLAR STAR and USCGC POLAR SEA. The purpose of this NOI is to inform industry and determine if competition is advantageous. Responses are due February 23, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is to conduct an in-depth inspection and assessment of the #2 ship service generator (750 KW, 450 VAC, 720 RPM) on both the USCGC Polar Star and USCGC Polar Sea.
- For USCGC Polar Star, the assessment will identify the full extent of damage and recommend repair options, following an overheat condition due to failed saltwater cooling components.
- For USCGC Polar Sea, the assessment will identify the existing condition of its generator for potential use as a replacement unit on the Polar Star.
- The contractor must provide an OEM certified technical representative, all necessary instruments and equipment, and conduct services in the presence of designated USCG personnel.
- Deliverables include a Condition Found Report and an invoice/trip report detailing findings, resolution, and recommendations.
- Any additional material and labor outside the initial scope require prior approval from the Contracting Officer.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Notice of Intent to Sole Source (Firm Fixed Price)
- Intended Contractor: TECO WESTINGHOUSE
- NAICS Code: 336611 - Ship Building and Repairing
- PSC Code: J020 - Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Ship And Marine Equipment
- Set-Aside: Not set aside for small business.
- Period of Performance: February 23 to March 20, 2026.
- Response Due: February 23, 2026, by 8:00 AM Pacific Time (PST).
- Published: February 16, 2026.
Place of Performance
- USCGC Polar Star: Hobart, Tasmania, Australia
- USCGC Polar Sea: Suisun Bay Reserve Fleet, Benicia, CA 94510
Submission & Evaluation
This is not a formal solicitation. Interested parties must submit clear, compelling, and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government. Responses will be considered solely to determine if a competitive procurement should be conducted.
- Submission Method: Email to Ms. Oneal at donna.j.oneal@uscg.mil.
- Subject Line: "Solicitation 70Z08526Q003195".
Additional Notes
Government facility access is required, and contractors must present a valid government-issued ID. USCG personnel will operate shipboard machinery and secure equipment. Initial and final operational tests are not advised due to known equipment damage.