The United States Coast Guard (USCG) Air Station Clearwater is soliciting proposals for the repair of perimeter security fencing and five motorized vehicle gates at its facility in Clearwater, Florida. Contractors are required to provide all necessary labor, materials, and supervision to complete the repairs within 45 days of contract award. Key tasks include inspecting and repairing gates, installing concrete for photo beams, and ensuring compliance with UL325 requirements.
Conducting work during operational hours (7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday) is essential, and contractors must coordinate schedules with designated Coast Guard points of contact. Strict safety regulations are enforced, with adherence to OSHA standards and security protocols, including personnel background checks.
The document outlines important operational details such as waste disposal guidelines, security measures, and inspection processes, emphasizing that discrepancies must be resolved promptly for work acceptance. The project illustrates the Coast Guard's commitment to maintaining secure facilities while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and operational efficiency.
This document presents a justification for a sole-source procurement under Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP) due to unusual and compelling urgency. The estimated amount for the repairs to perimeter fencing and security gates at CG Airsta Clearwater, FL, is $24,000. The repairs are essential following damages from Hurricanes Helene and Milton, which create a security risk as unauthorized access is possible. The only vendor capable of meeting these urgent needs is RS Security Consulting, which is local to Clearwater and holds an active SAM registration. Other local vendors were contacted; however, most were not registered, limiting competitive options. Due to the critical nature of the repairs, a full and open competition could not be developed in time to resolve the security issue effectively. The document emphasizes the importance of future market research to identify additional vendors for potential service contracts, aiming to ensure ongoing maintenance and address barriers to competition in subsequent acquisitions.