Homeland Security Cutter - Light Icebreakers (HSC-L)

The United States Coast Guard Homeland Security Cutter Acquisition Program Office is seeking to acquire seven Homeland Security Cutter – Light Icebreakers (HSC-L) to replace the outdated 65-foot WYTL light icebreaking tugs. These new vessels are intended to provide continuous, year-round support to the Marine Transportation System specifically within the Coast Guard's Northeast and East districts. The acquisition will involve soliciting a production-ready design and a subsequent production contract, with the plan to issue a request for proposal that includes the finalized contract design. This procurement falls under NAICS code 336611 and is managed by the Department of Homeland Security through the United States Coast Guard. Although specific locations for performance are not disclosed, key points of contact for this acquisition include William Lewis and Gregory Blewett, along with Mark Solomon serving as the Small Business Specialist and APFS Coordinator. The solicitation, posted in March 2026, does not have set-aside requirements, highlighting an open procurement aimed at securing modern, capable icebreaking vessels to enhance maritime security and operational capability.