DOCKSIDE (DS): USCG NORTHLAND FY26 AA
ID: 70Z08025QMECP0020Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Ship Building and Repairing (336611)

PSC

NON-NUCLEAR SHIP REPAIR (EAST) (J998)

Set Aside

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

    The Department of Homeland Security, through the U.S. Coast Guard, is soliciting proposals for dockside availability repairs for the USCGC NORTHLAND (WMEC-904) for fiscal year 2026. The procurement focuses on comprehensive aviation-related repairs and maintenance, including tasks such as cleaning and inspecting aviation fuel tanks, load testing power supplies, and preserving helicopter operating areas. This contract is crucial for ensuring the operational readiness and safety of the vessel, which plays a vital role in maritime security. Interested small businesses must submit their proposals by September 2, 2025, at 1:00 PM EST, and can direct inquiries to Chelsea Clark at Chelsea.Clark@uscg.mil or by phone at 206-815-1163.

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    This document outlines a solicitation for commercial products and services primarily related to the CGC NORTHLAND's aviation availability. Key details include a requisition number, solicitation information, contractor requirements, delivery terms, and provisions concerning technical capabilities and past performance evaluations. The document also specifies clauses regarding compliance with various regulatory and organizational requirements, including financial, safety, and environmental standards.
    The document outlines a government solicitation for commercial products and services for the U.S. Coast Guard, particularly focusing on contract number 70Z08025QMECP0020, with a bid deadline of August 25, 2025. It includes various requirements, such as sections for technical capability submissions, past performance references, price scheduling, and compliance with numerous federal regulations and clauses. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of contractor certifications regarding areas like responsible business practices, tax liabilities, and the handling of telecommunications services.
    This document is an amendment to solicitation number 70Z08025QMECP0020, dated August 5, 2025, for the USCGC NORTHLAND FY26 AA project. The amendment, number 70Z08025QMECP00200002, was issued on August 8, 2025. Its primary purpose is to update the place of performance to Portsmouth, VA. All other terms and conditions of the solicitation remain unchanged, and the closing date for offers is still August 25, 2025, by 1:00 PM EST. Offers must acknowledge receipt of this amendment by completing items 8 and 15 of the form, acknowledging it on each copy of the offer, or by separate written or electronic communication referencing the solicitation and amendment numbers. Failure to acknowledge receipt by the specified date and time may result in the rejection of the offer.
    This government solicitation amendment, 70Z08025QMECP00200003, pertains to the USCGC NORTHLAND FY26 AA project, updating the solicitation with answers to contractor questions and extending the closing date to September 2, 2025, at 1:00 pm EST. Key issues addressed include surface preparation methods for flight decks, with the Coast Guard refusing to modify specifications to permit UHP water as the sole method or allow heating for coating removal. The Coast Guard also denied the use of non-UV/LSA qualified non-skid systems. Clarifications were provided for work items related to anemometer inspection, calibration, removal, and replacement, specifying that the contractor is responsible for supplying all necessary parts, including those for electrical cable replacement and mounting bases, despite long lead times for certain components. All other terms and conditions of the solicitation remain unchanged, and offerors must submit a signed copy of this amendment with their quote.
    The document, dated May 14, 2025, is a pricing schedule draft for the USCGC NORTHLAND (WMEC-270A) Drydock Availability FY2026. It lists definite and optional work items, primarily focusing on maintenance and testing tasks for the vessel's aviation fuel systems, power supplies, and helicopter-related components. Key tasks include cleaning and inspecting aviation fuel tanks, load testing power supplies, and preserving helicopter operating areas. The document also includes line items for composite labor rate, GFP report, and travel/per diem. Additionally, it outlines provisions for "Over and Above/Growth Work," specifying labor rates and material markup/handling fees for unforeseen work, which are estimates for evaluation purposes only and can be adjusted via contract modification. The total price for definite and optional items, along with the estimated over and above/growth work, is used for overall price evaluation.
    The document outlines the pricing schedule for the US Coast Guard Cutter Northland (WMEC-270A) dockside availability for fiscal year 2026. It details specific job items including inspection and calibration of aviation fuel tanks, power supply load testing, maintenance of helicopter operating areas, and replacement of components like anemometer cables and flow meters. The schedule includes both definite items—which have fixed prices—and optional items that may be procured as needed. Labor rates and a material markup are specified for potential growth work that may arise under the contract. Notably, the costs provided are estimates used for evaluation rather than final charges, allowing for adjustments based on actual requirements during the contract's duration. This thorough pricing structure is designed to ensure the contractor can adequately manage services for the cutter’s operational readiness while facilitating contract modifications for any additional workload.
    This government file, titled "SPECIFICATION FOR AVIATION AVAILIBILTY REPAIRS FY2026" for the USCGC NORTHLAND (WMEC 904), outlines the comprehensive requirements for aviation-related repairs and maintenance during its FY2026 dockside availability. The document details 12 specific work items, including cleaning and inspecting aviation fuel tanks, load testing power supplies (28 Volt DC Helo and 400 Hz), replacing and calibrating flow meters, inspecting and testing helo talon grids, preserving helicopter operating areas, and replacing anemometer cables. Key aspects covered include general requirements, a consolidated list of references (Coast Guard drawings and publications, other industry standards), government-furnished property, and critical inspection items. The file also provides detailed quality assurance inspection forms for preservation work, environmental readings, surface profile logs, soluble salt conductivity logs, and coating thickness measurements. It emphasizes adherence to safety, environmental protection, and quality control standards as per SFLC Standard Specifications and other applicable regulations.
    The document provides specifications for aviation availability repairs required for the USCGC Northland (WMEC-270A) during fiscal year 2026. It focuses on the maintenance and inspection of various components and systems, including tanks for aviation fuel, power supplies, and helicopter operating areas. The main sections detail specific work items mandated for cleaning, inspecting, and testing, along with procedural guidelines for contractors. Key requirements include adherence to Coast Guard standards, safety protocols, and environmental regulations. The document outlines government-furnished property, critical inspection items, and references necessary technical publications and specifications. The primary purpose is to ensure that all repair work complies with stringent quality control and safety measures, thereby maintaining operational readiness of the vessel while adhering to regulations. It emphasizes the contractor's responsibilities in both operational testing before and after repairs, as well as documenting all processes according to federal and state laws. This specification showcases the Coast Guard’s commitment to maintaining the seaworthiness and safety of its fleet while engaging with commercial contractors.
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