USCGC Morro Bay MDE #2 Load Bank

This contract involves providing specialized technical support for load banking operations on the USCGC Morro Bay’s #2 Main Diesel Engine/Propulsion Generator, manufactured by Westinghouse with a capacity of 1000KW, operating at 900VDC, 850 RPMs, and six poles. The work is scheduled to take place at the Cleveland, Ohio location between November 10 and November 16, 2025, with operational hours from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday, unless otherwise specified. The contractor is responsible for supplying qualified personnel, adhering to detailed operational procedures, and ensuring compliance with security and contamination prevention measures. The scope includes performing load banking procedures, which involve managing engine speeds and load percentages, and submitting necessary work plans and invoices in accordance with the contract requirements. The procurement process is structured as a firm fixed-price contract awarded on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable basis, emphasizing cost-effectiveness while meeting technical standards. The solicitation, issued by the Department of Homeland Security’s Office in Alameda, California, under the SBA Total Small Business Set-Aside program, underscores compliance with federal acquisition regulations, including SAM registration and certifications related to telecommunications equipment prohibitions under Section 889 of the NDAA. The solicitation also details submission deadlines, contact information for key personnel, and references recent updates to FAR clauses, ensuring transparency and adherence to federal procurement policies.