Engineering and Technical Support for United States Coast Guard (USCG) Cutters and Boats
ID: 70Z02421S123H2022Type: Sources Sought
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HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFUS COAST GUARDHQ CONTRACT OPERATIONS (CG-912)(000WASHINGTON, DC, 20593, USA

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SMALL CRAFT (1940)

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Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of Homeland Security, through the United States Coast Guard (USCG), is seeking information from qualified firms regarding the Waterways Commerce Cutter (WCC) Cutter Boats, specifically for the upcoming Request for Proposal (RFP) for Cutter Boat – Aids to Navigation – Small (CB-ATON-S). The procurement aims to identify a single-design cutter boat to support various missions, including aids to navigation, search and rescue, and maritime law enforcement, as part of the recapitalization of the inland tender fleet. The industry day will be held on October 17, 2024, in St. Louis, Missouri, where demonstrations of existing cutter boat capabilities will take place, and interested vendors must confirm attendance by September 30, 2024. For further inquiries, vendors can contact William E. Lewis at William.E.Lewis3@uscg.mil, and responses to the RFI are due by April 29, 2024.

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    The document outlines the specifications for the construction, testing, and logistic support of the United States Coast Guard's Cutter Boat Aids-to-Navigation-Small (CB-ATON-S). Designed for operation on Waterways Commerce Cutters, the CB-ATON-S supports multiple missions such as Aids-to-Navigation, Search and Rescue, and Maritime Law Enforcement. Key requirements include operational capabilities under various conditions, a minimum speed of 25 knots, and stability in significant wave heights. The contractor must ensure access for maintenance, follow rigorous safety measures, and address issues of reliability, maintainability, and warranty management. The vessel should facilitate easy transfer and retrieval during operations, accommodate six personnel, and include protective features to safeguard crew and equipment. Additionally, structural specifications highlight the importance of using marine-environment-suitable materials, ensuring buoyancy, and preventing corrosion through proper material choices. The document emphasizes streamlined logistics, maintenance requirements, and compliance with safety regulations, ultimately guiding contractors in delivering a high-functioning and durable marine asset for the Coast Guard.
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