DRYDOCK: USCGC ACTIVE DDS FY26

The contract pertains to the provision of drydock services for the US Coast Guard Cutter (USCGC) ACTIVE (WMEC 210A) during fiscal year 2026, with work scheduled from January 13 to March 23, 2026. It is issued as a combined solicitation and contract, emphasizing a firm fixed-price arrangement, and is set aside exclusively for small businesses under the SBA's total small business set-aside category. The solicitation, posted on October 17, 2025, invites responses by October 27, 2025, and includes detailed instructions, clauses, and provisions aligned with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). The scope of work involves comprehensive drydock repairs, including hull plating, propulsion shafting, controllable pitch propellers, tank preservation, and various inspections and repairs, as detailed in the associated Statement of Work documents. Pricing schedules accompany the solicitation, outlining line items for specific services such as ultrasonic testing, preservation, repairs, and optional renewals, with unit prices, quantities, and labor rates to be filled in by contractors. Several amendments have been issued to clarify requirements, extend the solicitation deadline, and update contractual details, ensuring clarity and compliance. The contract is managed by the Department of Homeland Security’s Office in Norfolk, VA, with primary points of contact including Petal Donald and Kaity George. Overall, this contract aims to secure specialized drydock repair services from qualified small business contractors to maintain the operational readiness of the USCGC ACTIVE.