USCGC Polar Star Lube Oil Sydney

The contract involves the procurement and delivery of 4,900 gallons of Shell Gadinia 40W Lube Oil to HMAS Kuttabul in Potts Point, New South Wales, Australia, during a specified window from December 23 to 26, 2025. The delivery will be executed via truck using a 50-100 foot, 2-inch camlock hose, with the vendor responsible for providing necessary equipment, including 600 feet of containment boom to ensure environmental safety during transfer. The vendor must also furnish an Over The Water Certificate prior to or upon delivery. The solicitation emphasizes compliance with safety and environmental standards, including OSHA hazard communication, ASTM viscosity and density tests, and international marine pollution regulations such as MARPOL. The procurement is set aside exclusively for small businesses under a Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) and will be awarded based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) methodology. The technical evaluation focuses on mandatory requirements such as the ability to supply the specified volume, deployment of safety equipment, and environmental safeguards, with price being the primary factor once technical acceptability is established. The contract does not specify detailed pricing or unit costs in the available documentation. Points of contact include Joseph Legan for contracting inquiries and Trevor Davenport for technical questions. The overall scope underscores logistical coordination, regulatory compliance, and environmental safety measures for the delivery of marine lubricants to support Coast Guard operations abroad.