USCGC Willow towing to home port
ID: 70Z085Q250011991Type: 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

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- SHIP AND MARINE EQUIPMENT (J020)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/319226bf2a6441a497810384f7566022/view
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    The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the U.S. Coast Guard, is seeking qualified contractors to provide towing services for the Coast Guard Cutter (CGC) Willow, which is currently unable to propel itself due to an engineering casualty. The contractor will be responsible for supplying the necessary towing equipment, rigging, and qualified personnel to facilitate the vessel's transit from Curtis Bay, Maryland, to Charleston, South Carolina, while adhering to all applicable federal, state, and local regulations. This towing operation is critical for the CGC Willow's return to its home port for repairs, and it emphasizes a collaborative approach between the contractor and the Coast Guard to ensure safety and compliance throughout the process. Interested parties should contact Justin Wooldridge at justin.r.wooldridge2@uscg.mil or 206-820-5327 for further details, with a planned departure date of April 24, 2025, and a secondary date of May 1, 2025.

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    SOW Willow Towing Services.doc
    The document outlines the requirements for towing services for the Coast Guard Cutter (CGC) Willow, which lacks propulsion due to an engineering casualty. The towing service aims to facilitate the vessel's transit from Curtis Bay, MD, to Charleston, SC. Key responsibilities for the contractor include providing necessary towing equipment, rigging, and qualified personnel, and conducting operations in compliance with federal and local regulations. A pre-towing conference must be held 48 hours before departure to discuss the towing plan and emergency procedures, which must include various safety measures and communication strategies. Towing operations must primarily occur during daylight, be monitored continuously, and adhere to specific weather conditions, including wind speed not exceeding 25 knots. The contractor may sub-contract the towing service but must ensure fair wages for all involved. The document emphasizes a collaborative approach between the contractor and the U.S. Coast Guard for effective execution of the tow. Contact information for involved Coast Guard personnel is also provided for coordination purposes.
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