WILLOW MDE AFTERCOOLER SERVICE
ID: 70Z085Q250002035Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Ship Building and Repairing (336611)

PSC

MISCELLANEOUS SHIP AND MARINE EQUIPMENT (2090)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the U.S. Coast Guard, is seeking qualified contractors to provide aftercooler service for the Main Diesel Engine (MDE) of the USCGC WILLOW, which has reached 4000 operating hours. The contractor will be responsible for cleaning and servicing the MDE aftercoolers in accordance with OEM specifications, ensuring proper operation, and delivering the serviced units to the cutter's home port in North Charleston, South Carolina, within a 14-day performance period. This procurement underscores the importance of maintaining operational readiness for Coast Guard assets, with all work to be conducted during standard hours, supplemented by daily progress meetings with the Engineering Officer. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by 8:00 AM Pacific Time on January 27, 2025, to the primary contact, Donna O'Neal, at Donna.J.O'Neal@uscg.mil, and ensure compliance with wage determinations under the Service Contract Act.

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    The document outlines the Wage Determination No. 2015-4427 by the U.S. Department of Labor under the Service Contract Act, indicating minimum wage rates for contracts in South Carolina. Effective January 30, 2022, contracts must comply with Executive Order (EO) 14026, mandating a minimum wage of $17.75 per hour for covered workers in 2025. For contracts awarded between January 1, 2015, and January 29, 2022, the applicable minimum wage is $13.30. The document includes a detailed occupational listing with hourly wage rates for various job classifications, emphasizing fringe benefits and health & welfare requirements. Notably, it specifies that costs for uniforms cannot reduce wages below the mandated rates and outlines the conformance process for any unlisted classifications. The document also references EO 13706, requiring paid sick leave for federal contractors. Overall, this wage determination aims to ensure fair compensation and compliance with labor standards for service workers engaged in government contracts, highlighting the commitment to worker protections and fair labor practices in public sector employment.
    The Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the requirements for servicing the After Coolers of the Main Diesel Engine (MDE) on the USCGC WILLOW, which has reached 4000 operating hours. The contract encompasses the provision of labor, materials, and tools necessary for cleaning and servicing the After Coolers according to OEM specifications. The contractor is tasked with performing inspections, ensuring proper operation post-service, and delivering the serviced units promptly to the cutter's home port in Charleston, SC, within a 14-day performance period. Work will generally occur during standard hours but may extend to other times as needed to meet operational demands. Daily progress meetings with the Engineering Officer are required to report on work status and address any risks. The contractor must furnish all necessary equipment and receive government acceptance of deliverables after inspection. The final output is to deliver two fully serviced and operable MDE After Coolers, establishing compliance with federal guidelines and standards for government maintenance contracts. This process illustrates the federal emphasis on maintaining operational readiness and compliance within military and coast guard assets.
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