USCG FINBACK TOW
ID: 52000QR250002176Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFUS COAST GUARDSFLC PROCUREMENT BRANCH 1(00080)NORFOLK, VA, 23510, USA

NAICS

Ship Building and Repairing (336611)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- SHIP AND MARINE EQUIPMENT (J020)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/a30127e847cc411c9c2a5ef610a4c65c/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the U.S. Coast Guard, is seeking proposals from qualified small businesses for the towing of the USCGC FINBACK, as outlined in solicitation number 52000QR250002176. The contractor will be responsible for providing towing services from South Portland, Maine, to Baltimore, Maryland, ensuring compliance with all relevant safety and regulatory standards, including conducting vessel inspections and obtaining necessary Coast Guard approvals. This procurement is critical for maintaining operational readiness and safety in maritime operations, with a delivery date set for March 4, 2025. Interested contractors must submit their firm fixed-price proposals by February 7, 2025, at 10:00 A.M. EST, and can direct inquiries to Cornelius Claiborne at cornelius.N.claiborne@uscg.mil or Damon Jones at damon.d.jones@uscg.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Cornelius Claiborne
    cornelius.N.claiborne@uscg.mil
    Damon Jones
    (571) 607-9385
    damon.d.jones@uscg.mil
    Files
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    January 2025 52000QR250002176 FAR CLAUSE 52.212-5 (2).docx
    The document outlines the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses that must be adhered to by contractors as part of commercial item acquisitions. It emphasizes compliance with various statutes and executive orders, detailing specific clauses that address issues such as confidentiality agreements, prohibitions against certain software and services, and the necessity of subcontractor ethics. Contractors must incorporate clauses related to equal opportunity employment, service contract labor standards, and small business utilization, among others. The document also stipulates that contractors may need to provide access to pertinent records for audit and examination purposes and may designate additional clauses in subcontracts for commercial items. This comprehensive guidance is essential for contractors engaging in federal RFPs and grants, ensuring conformity with legal, ethical, and operational standards in government contracting practices. The document ultimately serves to reinforce accountability and compliance in federal acquisitions.
    S_98300_TwSrvcs_SWIT_87314 (1).doc
    This document outlines the requirements for a federal request for proposal (RFP) for towing services. The primary objective is to secure a contractor capable of providing vessel towing services between specified locations in South Portland, ME, and Baltimore, MD. Key responsibilities include supplying towing equipment, conducting vessel inspections, obtaining necessary Coast Guard approvals, and drafting detailed towing and sailing plans which must adhere to strict safety and regulatory standards. The contractor is mandated to convene a pre-towing conference, ensure operations occur only in favorable weather conditions, and manage signaling and personnel communications during the operation. All towing must be conducted during daylight, with specific limits on wind speed and vessel velocity during transit. The timeline for performance is set for March 4-7, 2025. The document emphasizes adherence to federal regulations, including the Coast Guard's guidelines. This RFP is integral to ensuring safe and effective maritime operations under government regulations, highlighting the importance of thorough planning and regulatory compliance in federal contracts.
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