USCGC WILLIAM TATE DD FY27

The USCGC WILLIAM TATE (WLM 560), a 175-foot Keeper-class coastal buoy tender based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is scheduled for drydock maintenance in fiscal year 2027. The scope of work includes drydocking a vessel up to 225 feet in length, with comprehensive inspections and maintenance of the underwater hull, freeboard, rudder, propeller, thrusters, and shafting. Additional tasks involve the cleaning of ballast, sewage, and fuel tanks along with their associated piping, as well as the renewal of sea valves and strainers to ensure operational readiness and compliance with maritime safety standards. All work is intended to preserve the vessel’s structural integrity and extend its service life. The contract is forecasted under NAICS code 336611, indicating shipbuilding and repair activities, and is managed by the United States Coast Guard under the Department of Homeland Security. Point of contact for inquiries is Chase Randall, with Jason Taylor as the alternate, while Laura Lugo serves as the Small Business Specialist and APFS Coordinator. Although the solicitation number and exact posting date are not provided, the official details can be accessed through the DHS APFS portal, and the work is expected to occur at a designated facility capable of accommodating vessels of this size and complexity.