Special Purpose Craft - Ice Rescue Transport Second Generation (SPC-IRT II)

The United States Coast Guard is seeking to procure eight 25-foot composite-hull airboats designated as the Special Purpose Craft - Ice Rescue Transport Second Generation (SPC-IRT II) for operations within the Great Lakes Area of Responsibility. These vessels are specifically engineered to support critical missions such as Search and Rescue, Living Marine Resources enforcement, and other law enforcement activities under extreme conditions, including sub-freezing temperatures, inland waterways, and coastal environments—operating effectively during both day and night. The airboats will be integrated into long-haul ice rescue units, ensuring rapid response and operational continuity in harsh and unpredictable maritime climates. The procurement is structured as a small business set-aside under NAICS code 336612, indicating a focus on supporting small business participation in the defense and maritime equipment sector. The primary point of contact for technical inquiries is William Lewis, with Mark Solomon designated as the Small Business Specialist and APFS Coordinator for procurement support. The vessels will be deployed across the Great Lakes region, with performance centered in Michigan, though their operational reach will extend throughout the entire Great Lakes AOR, demanding durability, reliability, and adaptability in a wide range of environmental conditions.