CGC SANGAMON DRYDOCK REPAIRS

The U.S. Coast Guard is issuing a Sources‑Sought notice to identify qualified shipyards and vendors capable of performing extensive dry‑dock repair work on the 65‑foot USCGC SANGAMON (WLR‑65506). The effort will cover hull plating inspections, ultrasonic testing, propulsion shaft overhauls, rudder services, tank cleaning, cathodic protection renewal, fire‑prevention system upgrades, and numerous auxiliary system inspections and refurbishments on both the cutter and supporting barge. The work is scheduled to start 6 April 2027 with contract award expected around 23 February 2027. • Scope includes comprehensive hull, mechanical, electrical, and fire‑protection repairs for a river buoy tender and its support barge. • Firm‑fixed‑price contract; NAICS 336611 (Ship Building & Repairing) with size‑standard of ≤1,300 employees. • Responses are due 29 Oct 2026; the government will use market research to determine competition and set‑aside decisions.