CGC HICKORY - Fuel Oil Purifier Diagnosis & Repair

The United States Coast Guard is seeking a certified technical representative to diagnose and repair a Fuel Oil Purifier (FOP) system on the CGC Hickory, located in Portsmouth, VA. The solicitation requires a contractor specifically certified to work on Alpha Laval equipment, with a focus on resolving critical operational issues with the WHPX-405-TGD-24-60 Fuel Oil Purifier. Current system problems include oil discharge through the water outlet, no product outlet discharge, and a suspected broken oil/water seal. The contract requires two days of on-site technical assistance to identify and recommend necessary repair parts. Technical references for the work include SFLC Standard Specifications covering general requirements, welding processes, auxiliary machine systems, and fire prevention protocols. The solicitation was posted on April 24, 2025, with proposals due by April 25, 2025, indicating an extremely tight response window.

The contract is set aside for total small business participation and falls under the NAICS category 336611 for Ship Building and Repairing, with a Product Service Code of 2090 for Miscellaneous Ship and Marine Equipment. The place of performance is Portsmouth, VA 23703, with performance timing flexible based on the cutter's operational schedule. Primary points of contact are Brandon W. Seitz (231-944-2157) and LTJG Christopher Lansing (443-764-4921), both representing the Coast Guard. While specific award value is not detailed in the solicitation, the scope suggests a focused, short-term technical diagnostic and recommendation engagement. The solicitation emphasizes the need for specialized expertise in Alpha Laval equipment maintenance and repair, with a clear objective of resolving specific fuel oil purification system malfunctions to restore operational capability of the Coast Guard cutter.