OBION DD FY27

The contract involves the FY27 drydocking availability for the USCGC OBION (WLR 65503), a 65-foot Inland Tender based in Owensboro, Kentucky. The scope of work includes drydocking the vessel, inspecting, maintaining, and preserving the underwater hull and freeboard, and conducting thorough inspections of the rudder, propeller, thrusters, and shafting. Additional tasks entail cleaning ballast, sewage, and fuel tanks and piping systems, along with the renewal of sea valves and strainers to ensure operational integrity and compliance with safety standards. This effort is managed by the United States Coast Guard under the Department of Homeland Security, with key points of contact provided for coordination, including Chase Randall and Jason Taylor, as well as a Small Business Specialist named Laura Lugo who assists with procurement processes. The contract is classified under NAICS code 336611, which pertains to ship building and repairing, and it is currently forecasted though specific solicitation details are not provided. The work is critical to maintaining the vessel's readiness and functionality for its inland operations.