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United States Coast Guard (USCG) Response Boat – Small Third Generation (RB-S III)

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The United States Coast Guard is advancing the recapitalization of its Response Boat-Small fleet with the Response Boat – Small Third Generation, designed to replace the aging RB-S II fleet of approximately 400 vessels. The RB-S III will retain the core capabilities of its predecessor, including a top speed over 40 knots, exceptional maneuverability, and the ability to tow vessels up to 10 tons displacement, ensuring continued effectiveness in Search and Rescue, Ports, Waterways, and Coastal Security, and Law Enforcement missions. The new model is also positioned to take on expanded roles in Drug and Migrant Interdiction operations, enhancing operational flexibility. The program aims to acquire up to 400 boats, with an additional option for other government agencies to purchase up to 100 modified variants. Each boat will be delivered with a trailer and supported by comprehensive technical data, including 3D models, drawings, bills of material, and commercial manuals to facilitate long-term maintenance. Support elements for the program include Interim Contractor Logistics Support to bridge the gap until organic Coast Guard maintenance capability is established, as well as initial provisioning and system insurance spares such as spare engines and fenders. The acquisition strategy involves awarding up to four contracts in FY2027, with each contractor delivering at least one boat for operational evaluation. These initial boats will be used to validate performance against previously submitted proposals, after which a single vendor will be selected for full-scale production. The announcement explicitly states that all details are for planning purposes only and do not represent a binding commitment or solicitation. Small business participation is emphasized, with the NAICS code 336612 designated for boat building, and point of contact information provided for inquiries and small business coordination.

General Info

Coast Guard to acquire up to 400 new RB-S III boats for search rescue, law enforcement, and interdiction missions with full support and small business focus.

Agency

Department of Homeland Security → United States Coast GuardView Agency

NAICS

336612 - Boat BuildingView NAICS

Place of Performance

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PostedJan 1

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment of Homeland Security → United States Coast Guard

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Department of Homeland Security → United States Coast Guard

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Mark Porvaznik

Myung Park

Mark SolomonSmall Business Specialist/APFS Coordinator

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+1 (555) 000-0000

Full Description

The Response Boat – Small Third Generation (RB-S III) represents the USCG's recapitalization of the 29-foot Response Boat-Small (RB-S II). The RB-S fleet consists of approximately 400 boats designed for a 15-year service life, with a top speed exceeding 40 knots, and exhibiting exceptional maneuverability. As the USCG’s primary asset for Search and Rescue (SAR), Ports, Waterways, and Coastal Security (PWCS), and Law Enforcement (LE) missions in coastal areas, the RB-S needs to be capable of towing vessels up to 10 tons displacement. The RB-S III will maintain the primary mission requirements of its predecessor, with potential expanded roles in Drug Interdiction (DI) and Migrant Interdiction (MI) operations. The USCG plans to acquire up to 400 boats, with the option for other Government agencies to order up to 100 additional modified variants. In addition to the boats and trailers, the program will include delivery of the following support elements:
Technical Data: Drawings, 3D models, Bill of Material (BOM), and commercial manuals to support the development of maintenance instructions. Interim Contractor Logistics Support (ICLS): ICLS (labor and material) to sustain the boats until organic Coast Guard Support has been established. Spares: Initial provisioning spares for the first year of operation and system insurance spares (e.g., fenders, spare engines).
The USCG plans to award up to four (4) contracts in FY2027, each with a minimum order quantity of one (1) boat, and order one (1) boat from each contract. These boats will be operated to verify the delivered boats align with the previously submitted and evaluated paper proposals. At the conclusion of this process, a single boat builder will be selected to produce the RB-S III fleet.
All information in this forecast is for planning purposes only and is subject to change pending approval of the acquisition strategy and supporting acquisition documents. This forecast does not constitute a solicitation, presolicitation notice, or Government commitment.