USCGC SPENCER Dockside Repairs 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 is conducting a Sources Sought / Request for Information to identify capable sources for dockside repairs to the USCGC SPENCER (WMEC - 905), a 270-foot Medium Endurance Cutter. The work will be performed at the cutter's homeport in Portsmouth, Virginia. This market research will inform future competition and set-aside decisions. Responses are due January 30, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for comprehensive dockside repairs, including but not limited to:
- Cleaning, inspecting, and hydro-testing seawater heat exchangers (optional)
- Cleaning and flushing the chill water system
- Cleaning and inspecting potable water pneumatic tanks, grey water holding tanks, and sewage holding tanks
- Renewing sewage discharge and transfer pumps (optional)
- Cleaning and flushing sewage piping
- Partial preservation of grey water and sewage holding tanks (optional)
- Providing temporary heating and cooling services
- Renewing engine room fan controllers and liferails
- Replacing the hot water accumulator tank
- Renewing deck plating
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Anticipated Period of Performance: 55 calendar days, from August 31, 2026, to October 26, 2026
- Targeted Set-Aside: Total Small Business (FAR 19.5) is being considered, pending market research.
- Applicable NAICS: 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing) with a 1,300-employee size standard.
- Response Due: January 30, 2026, by 4:00 PM EST
- Published: January 14, 2026
Evaluation
This is a market research effort to determine the existence of capable sources, availability of commercial items, and commercial practices. Responses will inform competition and set-aside decisions. Failure to respond or provide sufficient detail may result in a company not being considered a likely offeror for any future solicitation.
Additional Notes
This is not a pre-solicitation or solicitation for proposals. The Government is not obligated to award a contract or pay for information provided. Respondents should monitor SAM.gov for any future solicitations. Proprietary or sensitive information should not be included in responses. Interested parties must be registered in SAM.