Thruster SB Repairs and Replacement

The Department of Homeland Security US Coast Guard has issued a Special Notice for Thruster SB Repairs and Replacement, focusing on technical support for the USCGC HICKORY's thruster system. This sole-source contract opportunity is specifically targeted at addressing voltage and amperage fluctuations in the vessel's bow and stern thrusters. The notice involves replacing failed transducers and implementing new AEM 2020 hardware to improve monitoring system reliability. The contract is categorized under Ship Building and Repairing (NAICS 336611) and Miscellaneous Ship And Marine Equipment (PSC 2090). The opportunity is set aside exclusively for small businesses and was posted on April 24, 2025, with a submission deadline of April 25, 2025.

The primary objective of this contract is to correct monitoring system discrepancies and enhance the performance of the WLB-225 thruster system through comprehensive technical interventions. Contractors must provide on-site technical support at the USCGC HICKORY location in Portsmouth, VA, with a 15-calendar day performance period. Work will be conducted between 0730-1600 EST, Monday through Friday, and requires daily progress meetings with the Engineer Officer. Key contractor responsibilities include performing inspections, evaluations, testing, and programming changes to the DECS-250 voltage regulator. The contract mandates detailed documentation, including one-line drawings, bill of materials, wiring diagrams, and test results. Contractors must supply all necessary materials, equipment, and personnel, and ensure electronic reports are compatible with DHS workstations. Deliverables include a comprehensive trip report, documentation of new programmed settings, and a fact sheet describing system functions and implementation strategies.