Water and Sewage Connection Pier

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides answers to vendor questions regarding the solicitation for piping system upgrades.

• Pipe Material Specifications:
  • Current sewage piping is PVC.
  • Current potable water piping is steel.
  • New sewage piping should be PVC.
  • New potable water piping can be steel, PVC, or contractor-recommended alternatives.
• Piping System Location: Approximately 95% of the system is above ground along the tramway. A significant portion is underwater until river levels drop between August and December.
• Excavation and Supports: Some excavation may be needed, but it is unlikely. Current pipe supports and hangers are in good condition.
• Electrical Power: Electrical power is available on-site for new heater strips/heat trace systems.
• Hazardous Materials: There are no known or suspected asbestos or hazardous materials in the existing insulation or piping systems.
• Work Hours: After-hours work is permitted, but weekend work is not.
• Wage Determinations: Davis-Bacon wage determinations apply, and applicable wage classifications by trade will be provided.

These clarifications provide specific details on materials, system location, site conditions, utilities, hazardous materials, work hours, and labor requirements, which may impact bidder proposals and cost estimations.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for a contractor to repair the USCGC Patoka's pier sewage and potable water piping system. The solicitation is set aside for Total Small Business firms.

• Repair of pier sewage and potable water piping system.

• Compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulation Clauses and Department of Labor wage rates for Service.

• Contract type: Firm-Fixed Price.

• Performance period: Begin within 10 calendar days and complete within 30 calendar days after notice to proceed.

• Submission: Return quote via email to Clarence.henshawjr@uscg.mil by May 14, 2026, at 3:00 PM CT.

• Evaluation: Quotes will be evaluated for technical acceptability, fair and lowest price, and past performance.

• Set aside for Total Small Business firms.

• NAICS Code: 238220 with a size standard of $16.5M.

• Site visit information and contact: MKC Jacob Newland (Cell: (662)-394-9746, email: jacob.m.newland@uscg.mil).

• Performance and Payment Bonds are required (YES).

• Offer guarantee is not required.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for non-commercial items, issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) under solicitation number 19308Q260000007. The U.S. Coast Guard requires repairs to the USCGC Patoka's pier sewage and potable water piping system, involving the replacement of approximately 150 ft of sewage piping and fittings, and 150 ft of potable water piping and fittings at the pier.

• Repair of pier sewage and potable water piping systems.

• Replacement of approximately 150 ft of sewage piping and fittings.

• Replacement of approximately 150 ft of potable water piping and fittings.

• Work must be coordinated to minimize operational impacts.

• A site visit is strongly recommended to assess all conditions affecting performance.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price Construction Contract.

• Delivery: 30 Days After Receipt of Order (ARO).

• FOB Destination to: USCGC Patoka, 1797 Harbor Front Rd., Greenville, MS. 38701.

• Evaluation Factors: Lowest price, technically acceptable (LPTA) method will be used, considering Price, Technical Acceptability, and Past Performance.

• Submission Deadline: Quotes are due by 3:00 pm CST on May 14, 2026.

• Submission Method: Submit quotes via email to Clarence.henshawjr@uscg.mil.

• Questions Deadline: Questions regarding the Scope of Work must be submitted in writing by May 14, 2026, 3:00 pm CST to Jacob.m.newland@uscg.mil, with a copy to Clarence.henshawjr@uscg.mil.

• This is a small business set-aside.

• Applicable NAICS Code: 238220.

• Small Business Size Standard: $16.5M.

• Offerors must be actively registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov).

• Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 36 provisions and Department of Labor Wage Rates for Construction are applicable.

• Quotations are not considered offers; any conflicting FAR language is modified per FAR Part 36.

• The Contracting Officer Representative (COR) is MKC Jacob Newland (Jacob.m.newland@uscg.mil, (662)-394-9746).

• See attached Statement of Work for detailed specifications.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for a contractor to repair the USCGC Patoka's pier sewage and potable water piping system. The government intends to award a Firm-Fixed Price contract.

• Repair of the cutters pier sewage and potable water piping system.

• Compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulation Clauses and Department of Labor wage rates for Service.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price.

• Performance Period: Begin within 10 calendar days and complete within 30 calendar days after notice to proceed.

• Submission Method: Email quote to Clarence.henshawjr@uscg.mil.

• Due Date: May 7, 2026, by 3:00 PM CT.

• Evaluation Criteria: Technical acceptability, fair and lowest price, and past performance.

• This solicitation is set aside for Total Small Business firms.

• NAICS Code: 238220 with a size standard of $16.5M.

• Offer guarantee is not required.

• Performance and Payment Bonds are required (YES indicated).

• Site visit information and contact details for the Contracting Officers Representative (COR) are provided.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for non-commercial items, issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) under solicitation number 19308Q260000007. The U.S. Coast Guard is seeking quotes for the repair of the USCGC Patoka's pier sewage and potable water piping system. This includes replacing approximately 150 ft of sewage piping and fittings, and 150 ft of potable water piping and fittings at the pier.

• Repair and replacement of sewage piping system.

• Repair and replacement of potable water piping system.

• Work to be performed at the pier.

• Adherence to Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Clauses and Department of Labor Wage Rates for Construction.

• The attached Statement of Work (SOW) provides detailed specifications.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price Construction Contract.

• Delivery: 30 Days After Receipt of Order (ARO).

• FOB Destination: USCGC Patoka, 1797 Harbor Front Rd., Greenville, MS. 38701.

• Award Method: Lowest price, technically acceptable.

• Evaluation Factors: Price, Technical Acceptability, Past Performance.

• Submission Deadline: Quotes are due by 3:00 pm CST on May 7, 2026.

• Submission Method: Submit quotes via email to Clarence.henshawjr@uscg.mil.

• Questions Deadline: Written questions regarding the Scope of Work are due no later than May 7, 2026, 3:00 pm CST.

• Questions Submission: Submit questions to Jacob.m.newland@uscg.mil, with a copy to Clarence.henshawjr@uscg.mil.

• Set-Aside: Small business set aside.

• NAICS Code: 238220.

• Small Business Size Standard: 16.5M.

• Registration Requirement: Offerors must be actively registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov).

• A site visit is urged and expected. Contact MKC Jacob Newland (Jacob.m.newland@uscg.mil, (662)-394-9746) to schedule visits and for support/supervision.

• FAR Part 36 provisions are applicable, and where inconsistent with FAR Part 36, "offer/offeror" language is modified to "quote/quoter" to reflect a request for quotation.

Statement of Work (SOW)

To return the CGC Patoka's pier to full functionality by repairing and ensuring the operability of its sewage offload and potable water systems from all stations.

• Provide all labor and materials for the project.

• Replace approximately 150 ft of sewage piping and fittings at the pier.

• Replace approximately 150 ft of potable water piping and fittings at the pier.

• Replace insulation and heater strips on the pier's piping system.

• Ensure both the new potable water and sewage systems are fully operational, with Coast Guard COR present during testing.

• Ensure new heating strips are operational, with Coast Guard COR present during testing.

• Remove all trash and debris from the project area upon completion.

• Furnish any additional items needed to complete the project.

• Systems must be fully operational.

• Coast Guard COR must be present during testing of sewage, potable water, and heating strip systems.

• Deliverables must be accepted by the COR.

• Period of Performance: TBD

• Place of Performance: Contractor's facilities with frequent visits to the USCGC Patoka, 1797 Harborfront Rd, Greenville, MS 38701.

• Contractor personnel must comply with all applicable Government regulations, policies, and procedures (fire, safety, sanitation, environmental protection, security, etc.).

• Contractor employees must present a professional appearance and conduct that does not reflect discredit on the United States or DHS.

• Contractor must ensure continuity of support and maintain required staffing levels.

• Government will not furnish any resources; Contractor must furnish all facilities, materials, equipment, and services.

• Contractor has 30 business days to make corrections and redeliver if a deliverable is rejected.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a General Decision Number (GDN) for heavy dredging projects in Mississippi, issued by the U.S. Department of Labor. It supersedes a previous decision and outlines prevailing wage rates and fringe benefits for various classifications of workers involved in dredging operations along the Mississippi River and its tributaries.

This document is crucial for any bidder responding to a solicitation for heavy dredging work in Mississippi. It specifies the minimum required wage rates and fringe benefits that must be paid to laborers and mechanics employed on the project. Bidders must incorporate these wage determinations into their cost proposals to ensure compliance with federal labor standards. The document also provides information on Executive Orders related to paid sick leave for federal contractors and minimum wage requirements, which may impact overall contract costs and administration.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document lists and incorporates by reference numerous Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and agency-specific clauses that are applicable to construction contracts. It also includes the full text of several key clauses.

• Incorporated by Reference Clauses: A comprehensive list of FAR clauses (e.g., 52.246-12 Inspection of Construction, 52.222-6 Construction Wage Rate Requirements, 52.236-5 Material and Workmanship) and some agency-specific clauses (e.g., 3052.223-90 Accident and Fire Reporting).
• Full Text Clauses: Includes the complete text for several important clauses, such as:
  • 52.211-10 Commencement, Prosecution, and Completion of Work (specifying 10 days to commence and 30 days to complete).
  • 52.203-17 (Deviation) Contractor Employee Whistleblower Rights.
  • 52.204-23 (Deviation) Prohibition on Contracting for Hardware, Software, and Services Developed or Provided by Kaspersky Lab.
  • 52.204-25 (Deviation) Prohibition on Contracting for Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment.
  • 52.225-9 Buy American-Construction Materials.
  • 52.236-1 Performance of Work by the Contractor (requiring Contractor to perform at least 50% of the work).
  • 3052.204-71 Contractor Employee Access (regarding Controlled Unclassified Information - CUI).
  • 3052.223-70 Removal or Disposal of Hazardous Substances.
• Other Provisions: Includes provisions related to annual representations and certifications (52.204-8 Deviation), small business representations (52.219-1), and site visit details (52.236-27).

Bidders must carefully review all incorporated clauses and full-text clauses to understand their contractual obligations, including requirements for labor, materials, performance, reporting, and prohibitions on certain technologies. Pay close attention to the Buy American Act requirements, construction wage rates, and prohibitions related to specific vendors and telecommunications equipment. The site visit information is critical for understanding the physical work location.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ) for non-commercial items, prepared in accordance with FAR Part 36. The U.S. Coast Guard is seeking quotes for the repair of cutters' pier sewage and potable water piping systems. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation, and no other written solicitation will be issued.

• Repair of pier sewage and potable water piping systems.

• Replacement of approximately 150 ft of sewage piping and fittings.

• Replacement of approximately 150 ft of potable water piping and fittings.

• Work must be performed in accordance with the attached Statement of Work (SOW).

• Delivery is FOB Destination to USCGC Patoka, 1797 Harbor Front Rd., Greenville, MS. 38701.

• Completion is required within 30 Days After Receipt of Order (ARO).

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price Construction Contract.

• Award Method: Lowest price, technically acceptable.

• Evaluation Factors: Price, Technical Acceptability, and Past Performance.

• Submission Instructions: Submit quotes via email to Clarence.henshawjr@uscg.mil.

• Questions Deadline: Written questions regarding the Scope of Work must be submitted by May 7, 2026, 3:00 pm CST to Jacob.m.newland@uscg.mil, with a copy to Clarence.henshawjr@uscg.mil.

• Quote Due Date: All quotes are due by 3:00 pm CST on May 7, 2026.

• Set-Aside: Small business set aside.

• NAICS Code: 238220.

• Small Business Size Standard: $16.5M.

• Registration: Offerors must be actively registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov).

• FAR Part 36 provisions and clauses are attached and applicable. Language in FAR clauses inconsistent with FAR Part 36 regarding "quotation" vs. "offer" has been tailored. A quotation is not considered an offer per FAR Part 36.

• A site visit is urged and expected. Contact COR MKC Jacob Newland (Jacob.m.newland@uscg.mil, (662)-394-9746) to schedule site visits and for support/supervision. All work must be coordinated through the POC.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for a contractor to repair the USCGC Patoka's pier sewage and potable water piping system. The government intends to award a Firm-Fixed Price contract.

• Repair of the cutters pier sewage and potable water piping system.

• Compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulation Clauses and Department of Labor wage rates for Service.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price.

• Performance Period: Must begin within 10 calendar days and complete within 30 calendar days after notice to proceed.

• Submission Method: Email quote to Clarence.henshawjr@uscg.mil.

• Submission Deadline: May 7, 2026, at 3:00 PM CT.

• Evaluation Process: Quotes will be evaluated for technical acceptability, fair and reasonable price, and past performance.

• This solicitation is set aside for Total Small Business firms.

• NAICS Code: 238220 with a size standard of $16.5M.

• Site visit and on-site contact: MKC Jacob Newland (Cell: (662)-394-9746, jacob.m.newland@uscg.mil).

• Performance and Payment Bonds are required (YES indicated).

• Offer guarantee is not required.