USCGC Stone AC condenser re-tube
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 US Coast Guard (USCG), under the Department of Homeland Security, is seeking proposals for the re-tubing and repair of an AC condenser for the USCGC STONE. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity to address a critical failure in the vessel's cooling system. Proposals are due by March 30, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement involves the repair of a failed "B side" condenser on the #1 A/C skid of the USCGC STONE, which has experienced saltwater intrusion. The condenser is vital for cooling electronics support equipment. The USCG will provide the condenser "AS-IS. Inoperable but repairable." Key tasks include:
- Disassembly and chemical cleaning of condenser heads and tubes.
- Inspection of the condenser shell, heads, and tube sheets.
- Repair or renewal of weld pads.
- Renewal of all 84 condenser tubes.
- Reinstallation of condenser heads with new gaskets, seals, and zinc anodes.
- Preparation and coating of the repaired condenser to match existing surfaces.
All welding and allied processes must comply with SFLC Std Spec 0740, and tube renewal/installation must follow CG TP S9514-F1-MMA-010.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- Product Service Code: J020 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Ship And Marine Equipment)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Period of Performance: March 31, 2026, to April 13, 2026
- Response Due: March 30, 2026, 12:00 PM EST
- Published: March 24, 2026
Requirements & Location
The contractor must conform to SFLC Std Spec 0000 and obtain all necessary materials, excluding Government-furnished property. The condenser is currently at the USCG base in North Charleston, SC. The contractor may perform work at their facility if it is within 1000 miles of the base; the USCG will ship the condenser to the contractor, who is responsible for its return to USCGC STONE, 1050 Register St, North Charleston SC 29405. Registration in the Joint Certification Program (JCP) is required to access referenced documents.
Points of Contact
- Primary: Justin Wooldridge (justin.r.wooldridge2@uscg.mil, 206-820-5327)
- Secondary: Lindsay Mongiovi (lindsay.n.mongiovi@uscg.mil, 571-608-6752)
- Technical POC: LTJG Justin Waters (Justin.l.waters@uscg.mil)