Polar Star Dining and Lodging FY 26
ID: 70Z085-FY26-PolarStarDiningandLodgingType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFUS COAST GUARDSFLC PROCUREMENT BRANCH 2(00085)ALAMEDA, CA, 94501, USA

NAICS

All Other Travel Arrangement and Reservation Services (561599)

PSC

TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL/RELOCATION- TRAVEL/LODGING/RECRUITMENT: LODGING, HOTEL/MOTEL (V231)

Set Aside

Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/f2af30598671451db8422686123302a5/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the U.S. Coast Guard, is seeking qualified contractors to provide temporary lodging and associated services for approximately 90 personnel during the USCGC POLAR STAR drydock repairs from April 15, 2026, to August 13, 2026. The contractor will be responsible for supplying 20 single occupancy rooms and 35 double occupancy rooms, along with laundry, fitness, and dining services that include three meals daily and laundry services twice a week for each member. This procurement is critical for ensuring the comfort and operational readiness of Coast Guard personnel during maintenance activities, with lodging facilities required to meet specific safety and quality standards. Interested parties should contact Robin B. Kloeppel at robin.b.kloeppel@uscg.mil or 206-827-4342, or William Zittle at william.r.zittle@uscg.mil or 571-608-6517 for further details.

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    POLAR STAR FY26 Dining and Lodging Specification_Rev_01_04 Dec 2025.pdf
    The United States Coast Guard (USCG) requires temporary lodging, laundry, fitness, and dining services for approximately 90 personnel during the USCGC POLAR STAR (WAGB 10) drydock repairs from April 15, 2026, to August 13, 2026. Lodging facilities must be 8-25 miles from the dry dock, meet Hotel and Motel Fire Safety Act standards, and have a minimum three-star/diamond rating. Requirements include 20 single and 35 double occupancy rooms, full laundry, a fitness center, and internet access. Dining services will provide three meals daily, accommodating up to 90 personnel with diverse menu options and takeout capabilities. Laundry service includes two weekly wash-and-fold services per member. The contractor must also provide 25 reserved, well-lit, and video-monitored parking spaces.
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