Description
The U.S. Coast Guard is seeking qualified commercial ship‑repair firms to perform a comprehensive dock‑side availability on the Legend‑class cutter USCGC KIMBALL (WMSL 756) during FY 2027 Q3 (June 2 – August 16 2027). Nineteen distinct work items are outlined, covering tank cleaning & inspection, heli‑hangar door overhaul, sewage & gray‑water system cleaning, deck‑covering renewal, fuel‑valve replacement, davit replacement, and various temporary services and tenting. The effort will be performed at the cutter’s homeport in Honolulu, Hawaii, and includes extensive nondestructive testing, coating preservation, fire‑detection system testing, and environmental compliance. Government‑furnished equipment (e.g., check valves, discharge fittings, davit) is provided; all other materials, labor, and equipment must be sourced by the contractor. The contractor must adhere to Coast Guard technical references (SFLC standards, NFPA 72, ASNT, NACE) and submit numerous Contractor Field Reports, Critical Inspection Reports, and red‑line drawings.
• 19 work items ranging from tank cleaning, deck non‑skid coating, and hydraulic system upgrades to full davit replacement.
• Requires certified NDE operators, NACE‑level coating inspectors, fire‑alarm specialists, and compliance with SPCC, NPDES, and air‑emission permits.
• Project duration ≈ 2½ months on‑site; contractor must provide daily reporting, daily tent inspections, and coordinate closely with Coast Guard inspectors.