Ocean Buoy Shackles
ID: 70Z08425QWOPL0003Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFUS COAST GUARDLOG-9NORFOLK, VA, 23510, USA

NAICS

Iron and Steel Forging (332111)

PSC

FITTINGS FOR ROPE, CABLE, AND CHAIN (4030)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/1ce703a1eda24db7a228b9e8ebb8b7af/view
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    Description

    The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the U.S. Coast Guard, is seeking small business sources for the fabrication and delivery of shackles used in mooring marine aids-to-navigation buoys. This Sources Sought Notice aims to identify potential suppliers capable of meeting the specifications outlined in Attachment 1, Specification No. 417 Rev H.3, which details material standards, load testing protocols, and quality assurance measures for the shackles and associated components. These shackles are critical for ensuring the reliability and safety of navigation buoy systems, which play a vital role in maritime infrastructure. Interested parties must submit their responses, including completed Attachment 2, to Barbara Spruill at Barbara.T.Spruill@uscg.mil and James Kanash at James.C.Kanash@uscg.mil by the deadline of August 11, 2025. This notice is not a solicitation for proposals, and all submissions will become government property.

    Point(s) of Contact
    SPRUILL, BARBARA T
    (757) 628-4159
    BARBARA.T.SPRUILL@USCG.MIL
    Files
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    Att 1 - Specification No. 417, Revision H.3.pdf
    The United States Coast Guard's Specification No. 417 outlines the requirements for the fabrication of mooring shackles, shackle pins, and split keys used in navigation buoy systems. The document details multiple work items classified by type and class, specifying material standards, sizes, and assembly processes. Key points include material composition standards for carbon steel and corrosion-resistant steel, detailed load testing protocols to ensure strength and reliability, and quality assurance measures mandated for all manufactured items. The shackle assemblies must undergo rigorous inspections, including proof and breaking load tests, alongside documentation requirements to maintain traceability and compliance. Packaging, marking, and shipping instructions are also included to ensure proper handling and identification of components. This specification is critical for contractors aiming to bid on government contracts or grants related to maritime infrastructure, highlighting the standards and expectations necessary for participation in federal and state/local procurement processes.
    Att 2 - Questionnaire.docx
    The document is a Sources Sought Response for the fabrication and delivery of buoy shackles, referenced by the code 70Z08425QWOPL0003. It seeks input from potential suppliers regarding their capabilities and qualifications. Companies are requested to provide essential details, including their name, contact information, Unique Entity Identification (UEI), CAGE code, and their registration status in the SAM database. The questionnaire includes inquiries about the companies’ experience in fabricating steel shackles, with a reminder to review Specification 417Rev H.3 before responding. Key questions assess their manufacturing capabilities and the likelihood of submitting proposals for the project. Responses are due by a specified date via email to designated Coast Guard representatives. Overall, this document serves as a preliminary engagement tool for the U.S. Coast Guard, aiming to gauge interest and capabilities of businesses in fulfilling a forthcoming requirement for buoy shackles. The responses will likely inform the scope or structure of a future solicitation.
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