Request for Information (RFI): USCG Nationwide Automatic Identification System (NAIS) Support Services in Alaska
Closed Pre-Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- 70Z0G326QOIPL0003
- Agency
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Coast Guard
Department of Homeland Security
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- Total Small Business
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 488330 Navigational Services to Shipping
- Place of performance
- Kearneysville, West Virginia, United States
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The United States Coast Guard is soliciting responses to a Request for Information (RFI) for comprehensive Automatic Identification System (AIS), VHF-FM voice, and Digital Selective Calling (DSC) maritime communications services across designated regions of Alaska, with responses due by 3:00 PM EST on August 5, 2026. This is a market research RFI only and will not result in contract award; however, it precedes an anticipated Total Small Business set-aside procurement.
Services are 24/7 operations across seven geographic regions of Alaska, extending offshore to 20 nautical miles for VHF/DSC and 2,000 nautical miles for AIS. Core services include continuous AIS data reception and transmission of safety messages and virtual Aids to Navigation, VHF Channel 16 coverage extension, and DSC Channel 70 coverage expansion to areas beyond existing Rescue-21 Alaska infrastructure.
Performance standards require 98% monthly operational availability for VHF-FM/DSC sites, 96% for all AIS sites and network connections, and delivery of 96% of AIS messages within two seconds. Contractors must achieve formal IT Security Accreditation within six months of award and comply with DHS Management Directives, NIST SP 800-53 controls, Supply Chain Risk Management requirements, and IMO/ITU standards. All contractor personnel must hold U.S. citizenship or legal residency, undergo background investigation, and obtain Common Access Cards with favorable adjudication.
The anticipated base performance period runs from March 30, 2027 through March 29, 2028, with four one-year option periods through 2032. The USCG welcomes industry input on terrestrial, satellite, aerial, and alternative technology solutions. Responses are limited to 10 pages plus 3 pages for government questions and should be submitted to Craig Anderson (Contracting Officer) and Laura Logreco (Contract Specialist).
Notice text
3 versions
Update #3 · Latest ·
*Amendment 02:This RFI has been extended until 3:00pm, EST, Wednesday 05 August 2026.
*Amendment 02: The NAICS Code has been revised.
*Amendment 01: This RFI has been extended until 3:00pm, EST, Friday 31 July 2026.
*Amendment 01: The NAICS Code has been revised.
The United States Coast Guard (USCG) seeks comprehensive Automatic Identification System (AIS), VHF-FM voice, and Digital Selective Calling (DSC) services, 24/7, for designated regions of Alaska. The goal is to augment existing USCG infrastructure, address coverage gaps, and ensure reliable maritime communications.
Core services include:
- AIS Data Reception: Continuous collection and delivery of AIS data.
- AIS Message Transmission: Shore-to-ship transmission of safety messages and virtual Aids to Navigation (AtoN).
- VHF-FM Voice Communications: Extending VHF Channel 16 coverage.
- DSC Data Communications: Extending DSC Channel 70 coverage.
Key Performance & Technical Requirements:
- Coverage: The contractor must provide services for key Alaskan ports and regions, extending coverage offshore to 20nm for VHF/DSC and 2000nm for AIS.
- System Availability: Maintain high operational availability: 96% for AIS systems and 98% for VHF/DSC sites.
- Data & Communication: Ensure timely data delivery (96% of AIS messages in under 2 seconds), support all standard message types, and provide continuous monitoring of emergency channels.
- Security & Compliance: Adhere to rigorous security protocols, including achieving formal IT Security Accreditation, ensuring personnel meet DHS/DoD cybersecurity standards, implementing Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM), and guaranteeing secure data handling and system decommissioning.
Performance Expectations:
The contractor must meet the following key performance standards:
- System Availability: Maintain high monthly operational availability:
- 98% for VHF-FM/DSC sites.
- 96% for all AIS sites (receiver and transmit) and network connections.
- Data Performance:
- Deliver 96% of AIS messages in under 2 seconds.
- Provide reliable, real-time, and historical data access.
- Security & Compliance:
- Achieve formal IT Security Accreditation within six months of award.
- Adhere to all federal and DHS security standards for data handling, cybersecurity (NIST), and Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM).
- Ensure secure system and data sanitization at contract end.
- Support:
- Provide timely monthly reports and maintain responsive technical support.
Industry Input Requested
The USCG is interested in learning how industry can meet these coverage and performance requirements. Respondents are requested to provide a statement describing their approach to delivering AIS and VHF-FM/DSC coverage and data services for the designated regions/ports of Alaska.
- If your solution relies on terrestrial AIS and VHF/DSC sites, please describe your network architecture, coverage capabilities, and maintenance approach.
- If your solution involves alternative technologies (e.g., satellite, aerial platforms, or other methods), please describe how your approach would meet the coverage, data quality, security, and operational requirements outlined above.
**Please do not limit your response to terrestrial solutions. The USCG is interested in learning about all viable approaches to achieve comprehensive AIS and VHF-FM/DSC coverage in Alaska.
Update #2 ·
*This RFI has been extended until 3:00pm, EST, Friday 31 July 2026.
*The NAICS Code has been revised.
The United States Coast Guard (USCG) seeks comprehensive Automatic Identification System (AIS), VHF-FM voice, and Digital Selective Calling (DSC) services, 24/7, for designated regions of Alaska. The goal is to augment existing USCG infrastructure, address coverage gaps, and ensure reliable maritime communications.
Core services include:
- AIS Data Reception: Continuous collection and delivery of AIS data.
- AIS Message Transmission: Shore-to-ship transmission of safety messages and virtual Aids to Navigation (AtoN).
- VHF-FM Voice Communications: Extending VHF Channel 16 coverage.
- DSC Data Communications: Extending DSC Channel 70 coverage.
Key Performance & Technical Requirements:
- Coverage: The contractor must provide services for key Alaskan ports and regions, extending coverage offshore to 20nm for VHF/DSC and 2000nm for AIS.
- System Availability: Maintain high operational availability: 96% for AIS systems and 98% for VHF/DSC sites.
- Data & Communication: Ensure timely data delivery (96% of AIS messages in under 2 seconds), support all standard message types, and provide continuous monitoring of emergency channels.
- Security & Compliance: Adhere to rigorous security protocols, including achieving formal IT Security Accreditation, ensuring personnel meet DHS/DoD cybersecurity standards, implementing Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM), and guaranteeing secure data handling and system decommissioning.
Performance Expectations:
The contractor must meet the following key performance standards:
- System Availability: Maintain high monthly operational availability:
- 98% for VHF-FM/DSC sites.
- 96% for all AIS sites (receiver and transmit) and network connections.
- Data Performance:
- Deliver 96% of AIS messages in under 2 seconds.
- Provide reliable, real-time, and historical data access.
- Security & Compliance:
- Achieve formal IT Security Accreditation within six months of award.
- Adhere to all federal and DHS security standards for data handling, cybersecurity (NIST), and Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM).
- Ensure secure system and data sanitization at contract end.
- Support:
- Provide timely monthly reports and maintain responsive technical support.
Industry Input Requested
The USCG is interested in learning how industry can meet these coverage and performance requirements. Respondents are requested to provide a statement describing their approach to delivering AIS and VHF-FM/DSC coverage and data services for the designated regions/ports of Alaska.
- If your solution relies on terrestrial AIS and VHF/DSC sites, please describe your network architecture, coverage capabilities, and maintenance approach.
- If your solution involves alternative technologies (e.g., satellite, aerial platforms, or other methods), please describe how your approach would meet the coverage, data quality, security, and operational requirements outlined above.
**Please do not limit your response to terrestrial solutions. The USCG is interested in learning about all viable approaches to achieve comprehensive AIS and VHF-FM/DSC coverage in Alaska.
Update #1 ·
The United States Coast Guard (USCG) seeks comprehensive Automatic Identification System (AIS), VHF-FM voice, and Digital Selective Calling (DSC) services, 24/7, for designated regions of Alaska. The goal is to augment existing USCG infrastructure, address coverage gaps, and ensure reliable maritime communications.
Core services include:
- AIS Data Reception: Continuous collection and delivery of AIS data.
- AIS Message Transmission: Shore-to-ship transmission of safety messages and virtual Aids to Navigation (AtoN).
- VHF-FM Voice Communications: Extending VHF Channel 16 coverage.
- DSC Data Communications: Extending DSC Channel 70 coverage.
Key Performance & Technical Requirements:
- Coverage: The contractor must provide services for key Alaskan ports and regions, extending coverage offshore to 20nm for VHF/DSC and 2000nm for AIS.
- System Availability: Maintain high operational availability: 96% for AIS systems and 98% for VHF/DSC sites.
- Data & Communication: Ensure timely data delivery (96% of AIS messages in under 2 seconds), support all standard message types, and provide continuous monitoring of emergency channels.
- Security & Compliance: Adhere to rigorous security protocols, including achieving formal IT Security Accreditation, ensuring personnel meet DHS/DoD cybersecurity standards, implementing Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM), and guaranteeing secure data handling and system decommissioning.
Performance Expectations:
The contractor must meet the following key performance standards:
- System Availability: Maintain high monthly operational availability:
- 98% for VHF-FM/DSC sites.
- 96% for all AIS sites (receiver and transmit) and network connections.
- Data Performance:
- Deliver 96% of AIS messages in under 2 seconds.
- Provide reliable, real-time, and historical data access.
- Security & Compliance:
- Achieve formal IT Security Accreditation within six months of award.
- Adhere to all federal and DHS security standards for data handling, cybersecurity (NIST), and Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM).
- Ensure secure system and data sanitization at contract end.
- Support:
- Provide timely monthly reports and maintain responsive technical support.
Industry Input Requested
The USCG is interested in learning how industry can meet these coverage and performance requirements. Respondents are requested to provide a statement describing their approach to delivering AIS and VHF-FM/DSC coverage and data services for the designated regions/ports of Alaska.
- If your solution relies on terrestrial AIS and VHF/DSC sites, please describe your network architecture, coverage capabilities, and maintenance approach.
- If your solution involves alternative technologies (e.g., satellite, aerial platforms, or other methods), please describe how your approach would meet the coverage, data quality, security, and operational requirements outlined above.
**Please do not limit your response to terrestrial solutions. The USCG is interested in learning about all viable approaches to achieve comprehensive AIS and VHF-FM/DSC coverage in Alaska.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Amendment 2_70Z0G326QOIPL0003_NAIS RFI Memo.pdf | ||
| Attachment 2_NAIS_AK_PWS_7.2.26 Draft.docx | DOCX document | |
| Attachment 3_70Z0G326QOIPL0003_RFI.pdf | ||
| Attachment 1_USCG Questions to Industry.docx | DOCX document | |
| 70Z0G326QOIPL0003_NAIS RFI Memo.pdf |
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