USCGC REEF SHARK DD 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, Surface Forces Logistics Center, Norfolk, VA, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice to identify capable sources for drydock repairs for the USCGC REEF SHARK (WPB 87371). The vessel is homeported in Auke Bay, AK, and all work will be performed at the contractor's facility. This is not a solicitation, but aims to determine market capability and inform future acquisition strategy. Responses are due November 5, 2025, by 1:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The anticipated requirement involves comprehensive drydock repairs for the USCGC REEF SHARK. Key tasks include, but are not limited to:
- Hull plating inspection (Side Scan, Ultrasonic Testing) and thickness measurements.
- Preservation of the underwater body, hull plating freeboard, superstructure, and mast.
- Cleaning and inspection of various tanks (Dirty Oil, Oily Water, MP Fuel Service).
- Renewal of Capastic Fairing, watertight closures, propulsion shaft bearings, propulsion shafts, propellers, rudder assemblies, and superstructure plating.
- Realigning Main Engine/Reduction Gear and maintenance on the Sea Water System.
- Cleaning and inspecting ventilation systems, ducting, grey water, and sewage piping.
- Renewal of Cathodic Protection/Zinc Anodes.
- Provision of drydock services, temporary services, and support for sea trials.
- Modifications to flood lights and unmanned space ventilation.
- Renewal of interior deck covering systems and joiner decks.
- Upgrading the 24VDC distribution system and replacing the intrusion detection system.
- Performing W-5 maintenance and updating control system configuration for Main Diesel Engines.
- Renewing RHIB Notch Skid Pad Studs.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information
- Anticipated Period of Performance: 92 calendar days, from June 2, 2026, to September 2, 2026 (subject to change).
- Anticipated NAICS Code: 336611, Ship Building and Repairing (Size Standard: 1,300 employees).
- Set-Aside: Not determined. This requirement may be solicited under full and open competitive procedures, or a small business set-aside if at least two qualified small businesses are identified in Coast Guard District 17.
- Response Due: November 5, 2025, 1:00 PM EST.
- Published: October 20, 2025.
Submission & Evaluation
Interested companies capable of meeting these requirements must submit information via email to Taylor.S.Cregan@uscg.mil and Latoya.N.Sorrell@uscg.mil. Required information includes company details, point of contact, business size applicable to NAICS 336611, documentation verifying small business certification (if applicable), a statement of intent to propose, and past performance information for similar scope projects. Responses are for market research only and do not guarantee a contract award.
Additional Notes
Respondents should be registered in SAM.gov and are responsible for monitoring SAM.gov for any future solicitations. No proprietary, classified, confidential, or sensitive information should be included in responses.