Dry-Dock: USCG ANT BUFFALO (49413) FY26 DD

The U.S. Coast Guard Surface Force Logistics Center is seeking sources for dry-dock repair services for the USCG ANT BUFFALO (49413), a non-nuclear vessel. The work will be performed at 110 Mount Elliott Avenue in Detroit, Michigan, and encompasses preservation of the underwater body, hull plating, exterior decks, mast components, application of hull identification markings, preservation of anchor chain hawse pipe, and provision of temporary work shelter. This is a pre-solicitation notice issued for market research purposes to identify qualified contractors capable of performing these specialized ship repair services under NAICS Code 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing). Interested contractors must submit their sources sought responses by April 13, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time via email to Regina ElliottDougherty@uscg.mil. Submissions must include company information, UEI number, business size classification, applicable small business certifications, confirmation of willingness to submit a proposal if a solicitation is issued, and detailed past performance information on similar projects including contract numbers, dollar amounts, and customer references.

This contract opportunity is designated as a total small business set-aside, restricting competition to small business concerns. The Government anticipates awarding one firm-fixed-price contract for an estimated thirty calendar days of performance, though this timeframe is subject to change at the Government's discretion. No incumbent contractor is identified in the pre-solicitation notice, and no specific contract value or budget range is disclosed at this stage. The size standard for this procurement is 1,300 employees, and interested small businesses must provide appropriate certifications to demonstrate their eligibility. Email submissions are limited to a maximum file size of 10 megabytes, and this sources sought notice does not constitute a commitment to award or obligate the Government to any further action.