USCGC VENTUROUS DRYDOCK REPAIRS FY26
Overview
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Original Source
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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 U.S. Coast Guard, Surface Forces Logistics Center, Norfolk, VA, is conducting a Sources Sought Notice (SSN) / Request for Information (RFI) to identify capable sources for Drydock Repairs on the USCGC VENTUROUS (WMEC 625), a 210-foot Medium Endurance Cutter. The vessel's homeport is St. Petersburg, FL, where all work will be performed. This market research aims to inform future competition and set-aside decisions. Responses are due February 6, 2026.
Scope of Work
The acquisition covers comprehensive drydock repairs for the USCGC VENTUROUS. Key work items include, but are not limited to:
- Hull plating ultrasonic testing and preservation (U/W Body, Freeboard)
- Appendages preservation and leak testing
- Propulsion shafting inspection, removal, reinstallation, alignment, and coating renewal (optional)
- Propeller shaft sleeves and bearings inspection/renewal (optional)
- Controllable Pitch Propellers (CPP) inspection, service, and hub renewal (optional)
- Emergency Diesel Generator exhaust piping cleaning
- Fathometer and Doppler Speed Log transducer work
- Sea valves, waster pieces, and sea strainers overhaul/renewal
- Rudder assemblies removal, inspection, and reinstallation
- Tank and superstructure preservation
- Cathodic protection (zinc anodes) renewal
- Various structural renewals: Transverse Frames, Main Mast Foundation, Sewage System Piping, Superstructure Plating, Auxiliary Machinery Space Stringers, Steering Gear Room Stringers, Sea Chest Plating.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (Market Research)
- Anticipated Period of Performance: 69 calendar days, from August 24, 2026, to November 1, 2026 (subject to change).
- Anticipated NAICS Code: 336611, Ship Building and Repairing (Size Standard: 1,300 employees).
- Potential Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: February 6, 2026, 4:00 PM EST
- Published: January 22, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested companies must submit the following via email to Kimberly.y.burtwell@uscg.mil:
- Company Name, Address, Unique Entity ID (UEI), Point of Contact, and Phone Number.
- Business size applicable to NAICS 336611 (e.g., 8(a), HubZone, SDVOSBC, VOSBC, EDWOSB, WOSBC, Small Business, Large Business) with verifying documentation.
- A statement confirming intent to submit a proposal as a prime contractor if a solicitation is issued.
- Past performance information for similar work, including contract numbers, project titles, dollar amounts, and points of contact. Joint ventures should provide joint past performance.
Important Notes
This is for market research only and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment to award a contract. The Government will not pay for information provided. Failure to respond adequately may impact future consideration. Respondents are responsible for monitoring SAM.gov for any resulting solicitation.