MAJOR M&R WATERFRONT AT U.S. COAST GUARD, STATION NEW YORK, STATEN ISLAND, PSN 18362253

Amendment 0004 to Solicitation 70Z0G126BSNY00130, effective November 20, 2025, addresses various questions from potential offerors regarding a USCG Civil Engineering Unit Providence project. Key updates include a second site visit on November 24, 2025, from 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM at 10 Search Lane, Staten Island, NY, and an extension of the bid opening date to Thursday, December 11, 2025, at 2:00 PM. The amendment clarifies contractor responsibilities for working hours, recoating specifications for steel structures, crane usage restrictions near the seawall, and the unacceptability of extracting and reinstalling existing steel guide piles. It also states that offsite storage costs are the contractor's responsibility, and certain repairs will remain lump sum. The USCG confirmed no liquidated damages, contractor responsibility for special inspections, and provided updated design values for timber facing boards. Shotcrete is not an acceptable repair method for spall repairs, and as-built weights for existing floats are unavailable. Unforeseen conditions will be addressed with a repair procedure and proposal request from the contractor. All questions related to the second site visit must be submitted by November 28, 2025, at 4:00 PM EST.

Amendment 0005 to Solicitation No. 70Z0G126BSNY00130, effective December 1, 2025, provides crucial clarifications and a reminder regarding the bid opening. The amendment addresses questions from potential offerors, including detailed instructions on electrical phasing for the existing Electrical Panel at the Main Floating Dock (Q26/A26) and the location of upland light poles on the north breakwater (Q27/A27). It also confirms that this requirement is a total small business set-aside, encouraging all interested small businesses to submit bids (Q28/A28). The bid opening date remains December 11, 2025, at 2:00 p.m., with electronic bids not accepted. The document corrects the IFB document number to 70Z0G126BSNY00130 and states that no further questions will be accepted, emphasizing adherence to the established timeline and procedures.

The USCG CEU Providence issued a solicitation (70Z0G126BSYN00130) on October 28, 2025, for a major maintenance and repair project at the U.S. Coast Guard Station New York, Staten Island (PSN 18362253). The project involves waterfront improvements, including the replacement of multiple floating docks (F, A&B, MRG) and the removal of a boat hoist trolley crane. Six offers were received and opened on December 11, 2025. The bids ranged from $4,395,000.00 (Sajid Contracting Corp.) to $12,399,504.00 (Cecos Group, LLC) for the total lump sum of all items, including the base offer and four option items. All offerors acknowledged amendments 0001 through 0006 and provided a 20% bid security. Nadine Provost, Contract Specialist, certified the opening and recording of all offers.

The document is a sign-in sheet for a site visit conducted on November 24, 2025, at 2:30 P.M. The site visit, named "MAJOR M WATERFRONT," involved various individuals and companies. Attendees included Edward Kehoe from REICON Group, Michael Matrove from Valle Electric, and representatives from NE SEACOAST and Molloy Electric Inc. The sheet specifies their positions, company affiliations, and whether they are prime contractors or subcontractors, along with contact information. This type of document is commonly found in government RFPs or procurement processes to record attendance at pre-bid meetings or site visits, ensuring all potential bidders or grantees have the same information and opportunity to assess the project scope.

Amendment 0006 to Solicitation No. 70Z0G126BSNY00130, effective December 5, 2025, provides a list of attendees from the second site visit held on November 24, 2025 (Attachment 1). This amendment applies to offers and requires acknowledgment from potential offerors. Offers must acknowledge receipt by completing specific items, acknowledging on each offer copy, or sending a separate letter or telegram referencing the solicitation and amendment numbers. Failure to acknowledge receipt by the specified time may result in the rejection of offers. The amendment aims to update potential offerors with crucial information following the site visit.

The Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, is issuing specifications for major maintenance and repair of the waterfront at USCG STA New York in Staten Island, NY, scheduled for May 2025. The project, identified as PSN: 18362253, includes a base bid item and four optional bid items focused on replacing and repairing various floating docks, guide piles, breakwaters, the south pier, and the seawall. The work will be phased to minimize disruption to Coast Guard operations and is subject to exclusionary periods during major events like the United Nations General Assembly and NYC Fleet Week. The contractor must comply with all federal, state, and local regulations, including environmental permits and the Buy American Act. Strict administrative requirements are outlined for supervision, meetings, scheduling, and submittal procedures, with an emphasis on safety and quality control. The file details the required documentation and coordination for a successful project execution.

The Standard Form 24 (SF 24),

This Invitation for Bid (IFB) outlines a 100% Total Small Business Set-aside solicitation (70Z0G126BSNY00130) for major maintenance and repair (M&R) of the waterfront at U.S. Coast Guard Station New York, Staten Island. The project, estimated between $5 million and $10 million, involves replacing and repairing floating docks, dock guide piles, breakwater piles, and boat ramp seawall cracks. Four optional bid items include replacing specific floating docks, a gangway, and removing a boat hoist trolley crane. Bidders must use Bellingham Marine Precast Concrete Floating Docks for compatibility. A 20% bid guarantee, performance bonds, and payment bonds for 100% of the award amount are required. Funds are not currently available, and the government reserves the right to cancel. Key dates include a questions due date of November 18, 2025, and bids due by November 25, 2025, at 2:00 PM LOCAL TIME, Warwick, RI. Work is to commence within 10 days of notice to proceed and be completed within 300 calendar days, with exclusionary periods in July and September 2026. Bidders must submit electronic payment requests via the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) and adhere to various FAR and HSAR clauses, including limitations on subcontracting for small businesses and prohibitions on certain telecommunications equipment.

Amendment 0002 to solicitation 70Z0G126BSNY00130 addresses contractor questions regarding work at Station New York, clarifying operational guidelines and site access. It permits contractors to use boats or floating platforms, provided they adhere to work restrictions, do not obstruct station operations, and are identified in a pre-construction submittal. The government will provide reasonable accommodations for mooring, but contractors must remove platforms during "no work" periods and are responsible for their seaworthiness. The amendment also details access to fresh water via fire hydrants with specific connection requirements and electricity from designated locations, both subject to COR approval and adherence to safety and code standards. This amendment ensures clarity and safety for contractors while maintaining Coast Guard operational integrity.

The document outlines the attendees for a site visit and TEAMS meeting related to the USCG STATION NEW YORK - MAJOR M&R WATERFRONT project, identified by Invitation for Bid Solicitation Number: 70ZOG126BSNY00130 and Shore Asset Management Number: 18362253. The meeting took place on November 5, 2025, at 1:00 PM Eastern Time. Attendees included representatives from the US Coast Guard, Michels Construction Inc., Ballard Marine, Phoenix Marine, Zack Painting, CELOS Group, A GATE CONSTRUCTION, COMMERCE CONSTRUCTION, and Cal Dancon Group LLC. The purpose of this gathering was likely to discuss the scope and requirements of the maintenance and repair project for the waterfront assets at USCG Station New York, a common practice in federal government RFPs to facilitate understanding among potential bidders.

Amendment 0003 to solicitation 70Z0G126BSNY00130 addresses questions from potential offerors and provides a site visit sign-in sheet. Key clarifications include that "reference documents" on Contract Drawing G-002 are not required for bidding but will be provided to the successful offeror. Additionally, detailed instructions for pile encasement repairs on Drawing C-105 and S-506 are provided, specifying repairs from the underside of the pile cap to 2'-0" below the existing mudline for all 36 piles. A schedule of vertical repair lengths for each bent is included, to be added to drawing C-105. Offerors must acknowledge this amendment to ensure their bids are considered.

Amendment 0001 to Solicitation No. 70Z0G126BSNY00130, issued by the USCG Civil Engineering Unit Providence, extends the bid due date to December 2, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. This amendment also reminds potential offerors of a scheduled site visit on November 5, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. to view the waterfront/floating docks and assess existing conditions. Offerors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment to ensure their bids are considered.

General Decision Number: NY20250003, issued October 3, 2025, outlines prevailing wage rates for construction projects in Bronx, Kings, New York, Queens, and Richmond Counties, New York. This supersedes NY20240003 and covers Building, Heavy, Highway, and Residential construction. Contracts are subject to Executive Orders 14026 or 13658, requiring minimum wage rates of $17.75 or $13.30 per hour, respectively, in 2025, or the higher applicable wage determination rate. The document details specific wage rates and fringe benefits for various craft classifications, including Asbestos Workers, Boilermakers, Bricklayers, Carpenters, Electricians, Elevator Mechanics, Power Equipment Operators, Ironworkers, Laborers, Painters, Plasterers, Plumbers, Roofers, Sheet Metal Workers, and Truck Drivers. It also includes information on paid sick leave for federal contractors under EO 13706 and the wage determination appeals process for addressing disagreements regarding classifications and rates.

The government file details the "MAJOR M&R WATERFRONT (FY25 CPOP)" project for the U.S. Coast Guard Station New York in Staten Island, Richmond County, New York. This project involves significant maintenance and repair of waterfront infrastructure, including marginal floats (small boats), boarding floats, breakwaters, a south pier, and a concrete bulkhead/seawall. The scope of work is divided into a base bid item (BBI) and four optional bid items (OBIs), encompassing demolition, repair, and replacement of various components like floating docks, guide piles, timber facing boards, and electrical systems. The project emphasizes adherence to design codes, environmental protection, and continuous USCG operations. It requires extensive coordination, detailed planning for utility protection, and compliance with federal, state, and municipal regulations, including specific permits from USACE, NYSDEC, and NYSDOS. The project is critical for maintaining the operational readiness and safety of the USCG facility, with an exclusionary period noted for the UN General Assembly support.