Description
The U.S. Coast Guard is soliciting bids for the FY 27 dry‑dock availability of the cutter USCGC ALDER (WLB‑225B). The contract will be an Indefinite Delivery‑Requirements (IDR) IDR contract awarded to a qualified small‑business ship‑repair firm. Work includes comprehensive hull inspection, structural repairs, propulsion‑system overhaul, tank cleaning, coating, welding, non‑destructive testing, and associated logistical support (crew lodging, mess, utilities) to be performed at the contractor’s ship‑yard facility. The effort runs from late January 2027 through mid‑May 2027 (approximately three to four months). Offerors must submit a detailed technical plan, past‑performance information, and a pricing sheet by 26 Oct 2026. Key points:
• Full ship‑repair and modernization of a 225‑ft cutter, covering mechanical, electrical, and structural systems.
• Mandatory small‑business set‑aside; only firms ≤ 1,300 employees (NAICS 336611) may compete.
• Required certifications include current dry‑dock certification, NACE Level 3 inspector, and relevant welding/coating qualifications.
• Contractor must provide a composite labor rate and lay‑day rate; quote must remain valid for 120 days.