USCGC HEALY SULZER ADVANCED ENGINE TRAINING
ID: 70Z08526Q60000032Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Ship and Boat Building (33661)

PSC

EDUCATION/TRAINING- TRAINING/CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT (U008)

Set Aside

8(a) Sole Source (8AN)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/759ee4e656b24b8e8bf81e1f2d534d50/view
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    Description

    The Department of Homeland Security, through the United States Coast Guard (USCG) Surface Forces Logistics Center (SFLC), intends to award a Sole Source Firm Fixed Price Contract to Wartsila North America Inc. for the provision of Advanced Engine Maintenance Training for the USCGC HEALY. This specialized training, designated as course code 501425, is crucial for ensuring the proper operation and maintenance of the vessel, particularly during deployments in Arctic regions, and will be conducted over five days from March 16 to March 20, 2026, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Interested parties may submit inquiries or demonstrate their capability to compete by December 18, 2025, at 8:00 AM Pacific Time, to Ms. Donna O'Neal via email at donna.j.oneal@uscg.mil, although the decision to pursue competitive procurement remains at the Government's discretion.

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    Engine ZA40S Operation SOW.pdf
    The Wärtsilä Land & Sea Academy's "Engine ZA40S Operation and Practical Advanced Course" file details the ZA40S diesel engine, a modern in-line and vee-form, four-stroke engine developed from the Z40 and ZA40. It highlights the engine's economic efficiency through optimized turbocharger and engine design, low specific fuel consumption, and extended overhaul intervals. The document covers the engine's history, design evolution, major components (crankshaft, cylinder block, bearings, cylinder liner, cylinder head, pistons, connecting rods), and maintenance procedures. Key features include the anti-polishing ring for reduced wear and stable lube oil consumption, and SOLAS requirements for fuel pipes. The file also outlines tools, tightening torques, estimated component service life, and procedures for crankshaft deflection checks and vibration damper sampling.
    NOTICE OF INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE CGC HEALY ADVANCE ENGINE TRAINING.docx
    The Department of Homeland Security, United States Coast Guard (USCG) Surface Forces Logistics Center (SFLC) issued a Notice of Intent to award a Sole Source Firm Fixed Price Contract to WARTSILA NORTH AMERICA INC. for CGC HEALY'S Advanced Engine Maintenance Training. This procurement, conducted under FAR Part 12 and 13, specifically FAR 13.106-1(b)(1), allows the Contracting Officer to solicit from a single source. The NAICS code for this requirement is 336611 - Ship Building and Repairing, and it will not be considered a small business set-aside. This notice serves solely for informational purposes, and the Government is not seeking competitive proposals. However, interested parties demonstrating clear and compelling evidence of advantageous competition may submit inquiries or offers by December 18, 2025, 8:00 AM Pacific Time, to Ms. Oneal at donna.j.oneal@uscg.mil. The decision to pursue a non-competitive procurement remains at the Government's discretion.
    SOW Wartsila Advanced Engine Training.docx
    The government file details a mandatory training requirement for the USCGC HEALY crew, specifically for Wartsila/Sulzer Advanced Engine Maintenance. This training, designated course code 501425, is essential for the proper operation and maintenance of the vessel, especially during deployments in Arctic zones. The five-day, face-to-face course, scheduled for March 16-20, 2026, at Wartsila North America in Ft. Lauderdale, FL, is designed for marine and power plant personnel with basic knowledge of diesel four-stroke engines. The curriculum covers engine component design and function, built-on systems, fuel, lubricating oil, cooling water, control, and starting air system requirements, engine operation (start/stop), evaluation of operating data, and practical maintenance procedures. Key learning objectives include understanding engine components and systems, the role of various oils and water in engine performance, start-stop procedures, data evaluation, and main overhaul procedures with an emphasis on safety.
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