Department of Homeland Security · U.S. Coast Guard · SFLC PROCUREMENT BRANCH 3(00040)
Account requiredWhy it scored this way
Every reason behind the verdict rather than the headline one — which of your certifications match, how much runway is left, whether the work is your size, and what we would need to know to sharpen it.
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Compliance matrix
Every stated and implied requirement, its source section, whether it is mandatory, and where your response will address it.
Proposal outline
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Questions to submit
Genuine ambiguities and requirements that disadvantage a smaller bidder, drafted as questions you can submit before the Q&A deadline.
Past performance write-ups
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Solicitation details
Solicitation number
52000PR260027608
Notice type
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
NAICS
541330
Product service code
R425
Set-aside
Small Business Set Aside - Partial
Posted
2026-08-21
Response deadline
Sep 5, 2026, 9:00 PM UTC
Place of performance
Curtis Bay, MD
Contracting contact
Ashley.G.Moore@uscg.mil
Market intelligence
Account requiredWho wins this work, and what it pays
Comparable awards under NAICS 541330 at this agency — the incumbent, what they were paid, when their period of performance ends, and the real pricing distribution rather than the headline number. From public federal award records.
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for Commercial Services Solicitation Number: 52000PR260027608 (Request For Quote - RFQ) This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial services, prepared in accordance with the format in subpart 12.6 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), and as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued. This solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through the latest Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC). It is anticipated that a competitive, firm-fixed-price purchase order shall be awarded as a result of this synopsis/solicitation. All responsible sources may submit a quotation, which if timely received, shall be considered by this agency. Agency: U.S. Coast Guard, Surface Forces Logistics Center (SFLC) Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price Purchase Order Set-Aside Information: This solicitation is Small Business Set-Aside. Evaluation Criteria Quotes will be evaluated based on the following factors: Technical Capability: The offeror’s ability to perform the services described in the Performance Work Statement. Past Performance: The offeror’s record of relevant and recent past performance. Price: Fair and reasonable pricing. Point of Contact for Questions For any questions regarding this solicitation, please contact: Technical Questions (COR): Vincent Wickenheiser | Email: Vincent.S.Wickenheiser@uscg.mil Contracting Actions (Contracting Specialist): Ashley Moore | Email: Ashley.G.Moore@uscg.mil Submission of Quotes Quotes must be submitted via email to Ashley.G.Moore@uscg.mil. The subject line of the email must include the solicitation number: 52000PR260027608. Performance Work Statement (PWS) / Statement of Work (SOW) : ATTACHED Invoicing Invoicing in IPP: It is a mandatory requirement that all invoicing for Purchase Orders be entered and processed through the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) at www.ipp.gov. FAR Clauses This order is subject to, but is not limited to, the following Federal Acquisition Regulations: 52.204-24 Representation Regarding Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment. 52.204-26 Covered Telecommunications Equipment or Services-Representation. 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors—Commercial Products and Commercial Services. 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications—Commercial Products and Commercial Services. 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions—Commercial Products and Commercial Services. 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required To Implement Statutes or Executive Orders—Commercial Products and Commercial Services. 52.204-23 Prohibition on Contracting for Hardware, Software, and Services Developed or Provided by Kaspersky Lab Covered Entities. 52.204-25 Prohibition on Contracting for Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment. Service-Specific Clauses 52.222-41 Service Contract Labor Standards (formerly Service Contract Act). (Required for service contracts over $2,500). 52.222-42 Statement of Equivalent Rates for Federal Hires. 52.222-43 Fair Labor Standards Act and Service Contract Labor Standards—Price Adjustment (Multiple Year and Option Contracts). 52.237-2 Protection of Government Buildings, Equipment, and Vegetation. Small Business Specific Clauses 52.219-6 Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside 52.219-8 Utilization of Small Business Concerns 52.219-9 Small Business Subcontracting Plan (Required for contracts > $750,000, or $1.5M for construction) 52.219-14 Limitations on Subcontracting 52.219-28 Post-Award Small Business Program Rerepresentation 52.204-10 Reporting Executive Compensation and First-Tier Subcontract Awards 52.222-35/36/37 Equal Opportunity and related clauses Notice to Subcontractors: To ensure an equitable, transparent, and streamlined procurement process, the Government will only address inquiries submitted directly by prospective prime contractors. The Government will not respond to questions or requests for clarification from subcontractors regarding this solicitation or the Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS). All prospective subcontractors must coordinate directly with their respective prime offerors.
Contact
Point of contact
Ashley Moore
Role
not stated on this notice — SAM publishes a role for only about 5% of them, so this may be a contract specialist rather than the contracting officer
Email
Ashley.G.Moore@uscg.mil
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