USCGC SENTINEL-CLASS CUTTERS QL3 Engine Overhaul
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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 the Navy (NAVSUP FLC Bahrain) has issued a pre-solicitation notice for the USCGC SENTINEL-CLASS CUTTERS FY26 QL3 Engine Overhaul Project. This upcoming requirement involves dockside repair and propulsion engine overhauls for Sentinel-Class Cutters at Naval Support Activity Bahrain (Mina Salman Port). The Request for Proposal (RFP) is anticipated in March 2026.
Scope of Work
The project focuses on one primary work item:
- Work Item 1: Perform 8000 Hour Maintenance (QL3) on USCG SENTINEL-CLASS CUTTERS Main Diesel Engines (MDE). This maintenance availability is designed to complete all standard recurring maintenance items for propulsion engine overhauls. Technical drawings and specifications will be provided upon request after the solicitation is issued.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Pre-Solicitation Notice
- Solicitation Number: N4033926RF505
- Anticipated RFP Release: March 2026
- Period of Performance: September 1, 2026, to October 20, 2026
- Place of Performance: Manama, Bahrain (Naval Support Activity Bahrain)
- NAICS Code: 336611 – Ship Building and Repairing
- Product Service Code: J998 – Non-Nuclear Ship Repair (East)
Eligibility & Set-Asides
- Set-Aside: None (No socio-economic set-asides will be used).
- Eligibility: Open only to sources duly authorized to operate and do business in Bahrain, as prescribed by DFARS 225.603(3). Prospective contractors must also complete and maintain registration in the US Government Information Technology (IT) Joint Contingency and Expeditionary Services (JCXS) system, specifically the Joint Contingency Contracting System (JCCS) module (www.JCCS.gov).
Additional Information
This is a pre-solicitation notice and NOT a request for proposals. Interested parties are responsible for monitoring SAM.gov for the release of the solicitation and any subsequent amendments. All questions regarding this pre-solicitation notice should be submitted in writing to the listed Points of Contact.