USCGC William Flores Awning Replacement
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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 is soliciting proposals for the replacement of awnings and corrosion remediation on the USCGC William Flores at USCG Base Miami Beach, FL. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity for a fixed-price contract. Quotes are due by June 16, 2026, at 12:00 pm.
Scope of Work
The project involves providing all labor, equipment, and materials to remediate corrosion on aluminum hardware and replace both front and rear canvas awnings on the USCGC William Flores. Specific tasks include:
- Removal of existing canvas canopy covers.
- Thorough cleaning, polishing, and sanding of aluminum frames to remove corrosion.
- Application of a clear polymer ceramic coating to the entire awning structure for anti-corrosion, anti-rust, and UV protection, following manufacturer's instructions.
- Installation of new canvas awnings on the front and rear frames, securely re-tying them. The work also includes replacing the front and rear awning aluminum frames. Detailed specifications for materials, dimensions, and quantities are provided in the "Ship Drawing Canvas.pdf" document, which specifies materials like Sunbrella (Ocean Blue #4679) or equivalent, vinyl, nylon, polyester, and stainless steel for various covers and rigging components.
Contract Details
This is a fixed-price contract awarded using simplified acquisition procedures (FAR Parts 13 and 15). The applicable NAICS code is 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing) with a size standard of 1000 employees. Award will be based on Best Value, considering cost and past performance factors. The performance period is expected to commence no later than 45 days after award, with the on-site work projected to be completed within 48 hours while the cutter is in port. Work hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (or 7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. as per description), with no weekends or holidays authorized.
Submission Requirements
Proposals must include a price breakdown covering the cost of materials, equipment, labor, and overall pricing. Quotes are to be submitted via email to Ulric.Waldron@uscg.mil by the deadline.
Key Dates & Contacts
- Proposal Submission Deadline: June 16, 2026, 12:00 pm (COB).
- Questions and Answers Deadline: June 18, 2026, 1:00 PM EST.
- Primary Contact (for quotes): Ulric Waldron (Ulric.Waldron@uscg.mil, 206-815-1487).
- Scheduling/Technical Questions: BM1 Keaun Watts (keaun.m.watts@uscg.mil, (716) 745-3328).
- Government POCs (for SOW coordination): BMC Hillary Burnett, BM1 Keaun Watts.
Compliance & Vendor Requirements
This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Offerors must be registered in SAM.gov with an "ACTIVE" status and have the applicable NAICS code (336611) listed prior to award. The solicitation incorporates various FAR clauses (e.g., 52.212-1, 52.212-3, 52.212-4, 52.212-5, 52.222-41, 52.222-90) and HSAR clauses (3052.209-70, 3052.237-72). A Wage Determination (2015-4543, Rev 35 for Miami-Dade, FL) is applicable, outlining minimum hourly wage rates and fringe benefits for service employees.
Additional Notes
The "154-WPC_Q10014.D.pdf" document indicates that Pipe Dreams Marine, LLC is the source manufacturer and installer of the awning canvas. Bidders are advised to contact Pipe Dreams Marine, LLC directly at (609) 628-9353 to coordinate replacement and work scheduling, as this is a depot-level repair. Contractors must provide one week's advance notification before starting on-site work and ensure daily cleanup without using Coast Guard waste receptacles.