Dock-Side (DS): CGC ESCANABA AA FY27

The U.S. Coast Guard, Surface Forces Logistics Center, in Norfolk, VA, has issued a Sources Sought Notice for an Aviation Availability repair project for the USCGC ESCANABA (WMEC 907) in FY2027. This is a market research request to identify capable sources for providing facilities, materials, equipment, and personnel for repairs at the vessel's homeport in Portsmouth, VA. The scope includes cleaning and inspecting aviation fuel tanks, load testing power supplies, removing and reinstalling windspeed transmitters, calibrating flow meters, repairing helicopter tie-down fittings, inspecting Helo Talon Grids, preserving helicopter operating areas, and renewing flight deck line-up light components. The anticipated performance period is 15 calendar days, from October 20 to November 18, 2026. The applicable NAICS code is 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing) with a size standard of 1,300 employees. Companies interested in responding must submit information via email by March 10, 2026, including company details, business size, relevant certifications, a statement of intent to propose, and past performance information. Registration in SAM is required. This notice is for market research only and does not constitute a solicitation.