The U.S. Coast Guard is conducting market research to identify qualified contractors capable of performing extensive dockâside repairs on USCGC TAMPA (WMEC 902) at its home port in Portsmouth, VA. The effort is a Sources Sought/Request for Information, not a binding solicitation. Contractors must demonstrate capability to provide facilities, personnel, equipment, and materials for a broad list of 30 work items ranging from tank cleaning and inspection to vent duct cleaning, hoist overhaul, and component replacement. The anticipated performance period is 55 calendar days, beginning April 6 2027 and ending May 31 2027. Responses are due by 1:00 pm EST on September 30 2026 and must include company information, certifications, past performance, and a statement of intent to submit a proposal if a formal solicitation follows.
⢠Perform dockâside repairs on USCGC TAMPA (WMEC 902) â no geographic restriction beyond the vesselâs home port.
⢠Scope includes cleaning, inspection, testing, overhaul, renewal, and replacement of tanks, chain lockers, vent ducts, propulsion shafting, hoists, windlass, and related systems (30 distinct items).
⢠Required resources: facilities, materials, equipment, and qualified personnel to complete work within a 55âday window (April 6 â May 31 2027).
⢠Contractors must be registered in SAM and provide sizeâstandard certifications (8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, etc.) as applicable.
⢠Submission deadline: September 30 2026, 1:00 pm EST (email or fax).
⢠No preâbid meeting or mandatory site visit; the vessel is homeâported in Portsmouth, VA.