Department of Homeland Security · U.S. Coast Guard · BASE KETCHIKAN(00035)
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Solicitation details
Solicitation number
70Z03526QKETC0004
Notice type
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
NAICS
333618
Product service code
2815
Set-aside
No Set aside used
Posted
2026-08-20
Response deadline
Sep 3, 2026, 4:00 PM UTC
Place of performance
Ketchikan, AK
Contracting contact
benjamin.r.reedy@uscg.mil
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The United States Coast Guard (USCG) has a requirement to procure a complete Volvo Penta D4 marine propulsion system package to repower a 36-foot Munson Landing Craft. All parts must be in new condition and sourced directly from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) or an authorized distributor. The Contractor shall provide all equipment, components, shipping, and on-site OEM-authorized technical labor required to commission the propulsion package. The requirement includes: Core Propulsion: Two (2) Volvo Penta D4 Engines, transom shields, and DPI outdrives. Control System: Electronic Vessel Control (EVC) system and components. Mandated Ancillary Components: Racor 500MA10 filter assemblies Hotstart CTM10110-N00 engine block heater with circulation pump DPI drive aluminum weld/spacer plates designed for aluminum hull repower fabrication (Note: USCG personnel or an independent shipyard will be responsible for the physical mounting and installation. The Contractor is solely responsible for supplying the verified equipment package, delivering it to the designated terminal, and performing final commissioning and sea trials to activate the OEM warranty.) Delivery & Place of Performance Delivery Location: F.O.B. Destination to the Ketchikan Alaska Marine Lines (AML) terminal at 3295 Tongass Ave, Ketchikan, AK 99901. Delivery Schedule: Target delivery date is October 1, 2026. Due to global supply chain conditions, delivery timeframes of up to 16 weeks After Receipt of Order (ARO) are acceptable. Place of Performance: Ketchikan, AK Special Considerations Brand Name Requirement: A Brand Name Justification is applicable and attached to this procurement. The Volvo Penta D4 Propulsion System, Racor 500MA10 filters, and Hotstart CTM10110-N00 heater are uniquely essential to maintaining exact form, fit, and function compatibility with the vessel's existing structural and electronic architecture. Warranty: The Contractor shall provide the standard commercial warranty from Volvo Penta for the entire propulsion package. Contract Type: The Government contemplates the award of a Firm-Fixed-Price contract. Evaluation: Award will be made to the responsible Offeror whose offer conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to the Government, price and other factors considered Please review all attachments for full requirement details, provisions, and clauses before submitting a quote.
Contact
Point of contact
Contract Specialist - Benjamin Reedy
Role
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Email
benjamin.r.reedy@uscg.mil
Secondary
Tai.T.Chan@uscg.mil
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