USCGC bertholf exhaust commercial cleaning
Closed Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- 70Z08526Q0000771
- Agency
-
Coast Guard
Department of Homeland Security
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- Total Small Business
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 336611 Ship Building and Repairing
- Place of performance
- Alameda, California 94501, United States
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The United States Coast Guard Surface Force Logistics Center is soliciting quotations for commercial cleaning services of exhaust piping on the USCGC BERTHOLF, a Coast Guard vessel. The scope of work includes disconnecting, mechanically cleaning, and reassembling the entire exhaust piping systems and stack uptakes for two Caterpillar 3512B Ship Service Diesel Generators (SSDGs) rated at 1,360 KW each, with comprehensive removal of soot, tar, and contaminants. Key contract requirements include maintaining one SSDG operational throughout the cleaning process, implementing protective measures such as scaffolding and safety netting, developing a waste disposal plan, performing initial and post-repair operational tests, and providing photographic documentation of the work completed. The contract will be awarded on a firm-fixed-price basis using simplified acquisition procedures under FAR Part 13.5, with the government conducting evaluation based on contractor capability and quoted pricing. All quotations must be received by 0800 Pacific Time on December 10th, 2025, and interested vendors may schedule site visits to the vessel by submitting a background investigation form to the point of contact, MKCM Armando Perez, with clearance typically granted within 24 hours.
This solicitation (RFQ 70Z08526Q0000771) is designated as a total small business set-aside, with a NAICS code of 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing) and a small business size standard of 1,250 employees. No incumbent contractor information is provided in the solicitation documents, and no specific budget range or award value is disclosed. The work encompasses two diesel generators located in separate machinery rooms on the vessel: the No. 1 generator in the Auxiliary Main Machinery Room and the No. 2 generator in the Forward Main Machinery Room. The contract will be performed at the USCGC BERTHOLF located at 1 Eagle Road, Alameda, California 94501, with all work to be completed on-site at this Coast Guard facility.
Notice text
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Update #2 · Latest ·
Greetings all,
This modification is to clarify a question to this post. Please see below:
In response to the inquiries:
1_ Yes, a site visit is permitted, and it can be scheduled with me.
2- To get access to the base, visitors are required to fill the attached form for a background investigation ( 24 hours ) and send it back to me. They should be cleared at the gate as long as they have a real ID and it matches the information in the form.
BASE ACCESS LIST.xlsx
2.1 Once cleared (usually 24 hours), you could pick date & time for the visit. We’ll provide instructions on where to go and who will provide the escort onboard.
3- No, we can only provide the Coast Guard drawings.
POC:
MKCM Armando Perez
Asset Manager
SFLC – LRE – Product Line
1 Eagle Rd
ALAMEDA, CA
Work Cell: (510) 418-2223
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items/services prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6 as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. Request for Quotations number is 70Z08526Q0000771 and is issued as a request for quotations (RFQ). This announcement constitutes only solicitation; quotations are being requested, and a written solicitation will not be issued. This Request for Quotations incorporates provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-65 dated January 29, 2013. The NAICS Code is 336611. The small business size standard is 1250. This is a totally small business set aside. All responsible sources may submit proposals that will be considered by the agency. The contract will be awarded on a firm-fixed-price basis using simplified acquisition procedures in accordance with FAR Part 13.5. All responses from interested vendors must be received on/before 0800 Pacific Time, December 10th, 2025, and will be reviewed by the Government.
The United States Coast Guard Surface Force Logistics Center has a requirement for the following:
Contractor shall provide parts requested for USCGC BERTHOLF Exhaust Piping Commercial clean:
25902_0316_FLT
REC_25902_FLT_«REC»
- ITEM 1: Ship Service Diesel Generator, Exhaust Piping, Commercial Clean
1. SCOPE
1.1 Intent. This work item describes the requirements for the Contractor to clean exhaust piping of Ship Service Diesel Generator (SSDG) sets listed in Table 1, including the associated stack uptakes.
TABLE 1– Ship Service Diesel GeneratoRs
CATERPILLAR mODEL NO.
DESCRIPTION
location
3512B
No.1 Ship Service Diesel Generator,1360 KW, 450 Volt AC, 3 Phase, 60 Hz
Auxiliary Main Machinery Room (5-36-01-E)
3512B
No.2 Ship Service Diesel Generator,1360 KW, 450 Volt AC, 3 Phase, 60 Hz
Forward Main Machinery Room (5-44-01-E)
1.2 Government-furnished property.
None.
2. REFERENCES
Coast Guard Drawings
Coast Guard Drawing 750-WMSL-259-003, Rev G, Main Prop Dsl / Ss Dsl Gen Air Intake / Exhaust Diagram (ASC259002)
Coast Guard Drawing 750-WMSL-259-004, Rev -, Main Prop Dsl / Ss Dsl Gen Air Intake / Exhaust System Description (ASC259002-02)
Coast Guard Drawing 750-WMSL-259-011, Rev D, Main Engine Combustion Air Intake & Exhaust Arr, Dets & L/M Below 2nd Deck (ASC259009)
Coast Guard Drawing 750-WMSL-259-013, Rev B, Main Engine Combustion Air Intake & Exhaust Arr, Dets & L/M 2nd Deck Up - 02 Lvl (ASC259011)
Coast Guard Drawing 750-WMSL-259-014, Rev C, Main Engine Combustion Air Intake & Exhaust Supports, Dets & L/M 2nd Deck Up - 02 Lvl (ASC259012)
Coast Guard Drawing 750-WMSL-259-019, Rev G, Incin & Dg Intake & Combustion Exhaust Arr, Dets & L/M, 2nd Dk - 02 Lvl (ASC259017)
Coast Guard Drawing 750-WMSL-259-020, Rev D, Incin & Dg Intake & Combustion Exhaust Sup, Dets & L/M 2nd Deck - 02 Lvl (ASC259018)
Coast Guard Publications
Surface Forces Logistics Center Standard Specification 0000 (SFLC Std Spec 0000), 2022, General Requirements
Surface Forces Logistics Center Standard Specification 6310 (SFLC Std Spec 6310), 2022, Requirements for Preservation of Ship Structures
Surface Forces Logistics Center Standard Specification 8636 (SFLC Std Spec 8636), 2022, Temporary Hull Accesses
Other References
Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 29, Part 1915, 2014, Occupational Safety and Health Standards for Shipyard Employment
3. REQUIREMENTS
3.1 General.
3.1.1 CIR.
None.
3.1.2 Tech Rep.
Not applicable.
3.1.3 Protective measures. The Contractor shall furnish and install all protective coverings to seal off and protect all non-affected vessel's components, equipment, and spaces near the work area against contamination during the performance of work. Upon completion of work, the Contractor shall remove all installed protective measures, inspect for the presence of contamination, and return all contaminated equipment, components, and spaces to original condition of cleanliness.
3.1.4 Interferences. The Contractor shall handle all interferences in accordance with SFLC Std Spec 0000, paragraph 3.3.5 (Interferences). Known interferences include, but are not limited to the following:
- Access covers
- Exhaust stack
- SSDG
- Vent ducting
- Wiring
- Exhaust pipe expansion joints
- Exhaust insulation blankets
3.2 Staging or scaffolding. The Contractor shall erect suitable staging or scaffolding in accordance with 29 CFR 1915, Subpart E (Scaffolds, Ladders and Other Working Surfaces) to facilitate work, as required.
3.3 Safety precaution. The Contractor shall rig suitable safety netting, to protect workers during possible falls, and to protect the Engine Room and machinery from falling tools.
3.3.1 Temporary safety railing. To promote safety, the Contractor shall limit existing safety railing removals to an area where new safety railing can be installed during the same workday. During periods when not actively working on new safety railing, secure any gaps between existing safety railing with a substantial temporary lifeline arrangement similar to that currently installed on the vessel. Remove and dispose of all temporary lifelines upon completion of work.
3.4 Work plan. The Contractor shall develop and submit a plan for collecting and disposing of waste extracted during cleaning process. Ensure that the proposed plan shall detail how and where exhaust piping will be disconnected, how entire length of exhaust piping will be divided/sectioned for cleaning, and precautions to protect the SSDGs. One SSDG must remain operational at all times. The Contractor shall perform this work upon receiving Coast Guard approval of the plan. The work plan should be submitted with the proposal / bid.
3.4.1 Due to limited access to work areas, the Contractor may, with express permission of the KO (via submission of a CFR), cut access holes to facilitate accomplishment of the work specified herein. Perform all work required to open and close the access openings in accordance with SFLC Std Spec 8636.
note
Coast Guard personnel will operate all shipboard machinery and equipment.
3.5 Operational test, initial. Prior to commencement of work, the Contractor shall witness Coast Guard personnel perform an initial operational test of the exhaust piping system, to demonstrate existing operational condition. Submit a CFR.
3.6 Cleaning. The Contractor shall clean the interior surfaces of the exhaust piping and stack uptakes to the SSDGs, shown on Coast Guard Drawing(s) 750-WMSL-259-003,750-WMSL-259-004, 750-WMSL-259-011, 750-WMSL-259-013, 750-WMSL-259-014, 750-WMSL-259-019, and 750-WMSL-259-020 to a condition free from soot, tar, and any other foreign matter as follows:
3.6.1 Disconnect the exhaust piping as necessary to facilitate cleaning.
3.6.2 Thoroughly sweep, mechanically clean, and vacuum the interior of each exhaust pipe system, including the mufflers, from the exhaust outlet to the topmost location outside the vessel. Clean all adjacent stack uptake surfaces. Ensure that all tar deposits, soot deposits, and all other surface contaminants are completely removed.
3.6.3 Remove all debris from the pipe surfaces, stack deck, and Engine Room areas by vacuuming. Dispose of all cleaning materials and generated debris in accordance with all applicable Federal, state, and local regulations.
3.6.4 Reassemble exhaust piping; renew all disturbed flange connection gaskets with suitable high temperature, non-asbestos-containing gasket materials. Gasket material for flanges shall be Flexitallic thermiculite , CRES 316 Core, Max Service Temp 1450 deg F, Flexitallic or equal, 1/8” thick gasket (Item # 58, 750-WMSL-259-019). Renew all flange nuts and bolts. Renew all disturbed fasteners.
3.7 Inspection and report. The Contractor shall perform a visual inspection of the following components; submit a CFR with photographic/video evidence of cleanliness:
- Exhaust stack access hatches, including all associated studs and nuts.
- All cleaned exhaust stack surfaces.
- All exhaust expansion joints, including associated bolts.
3.7.1 Following cleaning of the interior of each exhaust pipe system, the Contractor shall demonstrate completeness of the cleaning process to the Coast Guard Inspector, showing that the entire length of exhaust piping has been satisfactorily cleaned according to the work plan.
3.8 Touch-up preservation. The Contractor shall prepare and coat all new and disturbed surfaces to match existing adjacent surfaces in accordance with SFLC Std Spec 6310, paragraph 3.1.13 (Touch-ups and minor coating repairs).
NOTE
Coast Guard personnel will operate all shipboard machinery and equipment.
3.9 Operational test, post repairs. After completion of work, the Contractor shall thoroughly test, in the presence of the Coast Guard Inspector and demonstrate the SSDG exhaust piping system to be in satisfactory operating condition. Submit a CFR.
4.0 Location / POC.
USCGC BERTHOLF
1 Eagle Rd.
Alameda, CA 94501
POC: MKCM Armando Perez
(510) 418-2223
4. NOTES
This section is not applicable to this work item.
Update #1 ·
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items/services prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6 as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. Request for Quotations number is 70Z08526Q0000771 and is issued as a request for quotations (RFQ). This announcement constitutes only solicitation; quotations are being requested, and a written solicitation will not be issued. This Request for Quotations incorporates provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2005-65 dated January 29, 2013. The NAICS Code is 336611. The small business size standard is 1250. This is a totally small business set aside. All responsible sources may submit proposals that will be considered by the agency. The contract will be awarded on a firm-fixed-price basis using simplified acquisition procedures in accordance with FAR Part 13.5. All responses from interested vendors must be received on/before 0800 Pacific Time, December 10th, 2025, and will be reviewed by the Government.
The United States Coast Guard Surface Force Logistics Center has a requirement for the following:
Contractor shall provide parts requested for USCGC BERTHOLF Exhaust Piping Commercial clean:
25902_0316_FLT
REC_25902_FLT_«REC»
- ITEM 1: Ship Service Diesel Generator, Exhaust Piping, Commercial Clean
1. SCOPE
1.1 Intent. This work item describes the requirements for the Contractor to clean exhaust piping of Ship Service Diesel Generator (SSDG) sets listed in Table 1, including the associated stack uptakes.
TABLE 1– Ship Service Diesel GeneratoRs
CATERPILLAR mODEL NO.
DESCRIPTION
location
3512B
No.1 Ship Service Diesel Generator,1360 KW, 450 Volt AC, 3 Phase, 60 Hz
Auxiliary Main Machinery Room (5-36-01-E)
3512B
No.2 Ship Service Diesel Generator,1360 KW, 450 Volt AC, 3 Phase, 60 Hz
Forward Main Machinery Room (5-44-01-E)
1.2 Government-furnished property.
None.
2. REFERENCES
Coast Guard Drawings
Coast Guard Drawing 750-WMSL-259-003, Rev G, Main Prop Dsl / Ss Dsl Gen Air Intake / Exhaust Diagram (ASC259002)
Coast Guard Drawing 750-WMSL-259-004, Rev -, Main Prop Dsl / Ss Dsl Gen Air Intake / Exhaust System Description (ASC259002-02)
Coast Guard Drawing 750-WMSL-259-011, Rev D, Main Engine Combustion Air Intake & Exhaust Arr, Dets & L/M Below 2nd Deck (ASC259009)
Coast Guard Drawing 750-WMSL-259-013, Rev B, Main Engine Combustion Air Intake & Exhaust Arr, Dets & L/M 2nd Deck Up - 02 Lvl (ASC259011)
Coast Guard Drawing 750-WMSL-259-014, Rev C, Main Engine Combustion Air Intake & Exhaust Supports, Dets & L/M 2nd Deck Up - 02 Lvl (ASC259012)
Coast Guard Drawing 750-WMSL-259-019, Rev G, Incin & Dg Intake & Combustion Exhaust Arr, Dets & L/M, 2nd Dk - 02 Lvl (ASC259017)
Coast Guard Drawing 750-WMSL-259-020, Rev D, Incin & Dg Intake & Combustion Exhaust Sup, Dets & L/M 2nd Deck - 02 Lvl (ASC259018)
Coast Guard Publications
Surface Forces Logistics Center Standard Specification 0000 (SFLC Std Spec 0000), 2022, General Requirements
Surface Forces Logistics Center Standard Specification 6310 (SFLC Std Spec 6310), 2022, Requirements for Preservation of Ship Structures
Surface Forces Logistics Center Standard Specification 8636 (SFLC Std Spec 8636), 2022, Temporary Hull Accesses
Other References
Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 29, Part 1915, 2014, Occupational Safety and Health Standards for Shipyard Employment
3. REQUIREMENTS
3.1 General.
3.1.1 CIR.
None.
3.1.2 Tech Rep.
Not applicable.
3.1.3 Protective measures. The Contractor shall furnish and install all protective coverings to seal off and protect all non-affected vessel's components, equipment, and spaces near the work area against contamination during the performance of work. Upon completion of work, the Contractor shall remove all installed protective measures, inspect for the presence of contamination, and return all contaminated equipment, components, and spaces to original condition of cleanliness.
3.1.4 Interferences. The Contractor shall handle all interferences in accordance with SFLC Std Spec 0000, paragraph 3.3.5 (Interferences). Known interferences include, but are not limited to the following:
- Access covers
- Exhaust stack
- SSDG
- Vent ducting
- Wiring
- Exhaust pipe expansion joints
- Exhaust insulation blankets
3.2 Staging or scaffolding. The Contractor shall erect suitable staging or scaffolding in accordance with 29 CFR 1915, Subpart E (Scaffolds, Ladders and Other Working Surfaces) to facilitate work, as required.
3.3 Safety precaution. The Contractor shall rig suitable safety netting, to protect workers during possible falls, and to protect the Engine Room and machinery from falling tools.
3.3.1 Temporary safety railing. To promote safety, the Contractor shall limit existing safety railing removals to an area where new safety railing can be installed during the same workday. During periods when not actively working on new safety railing, secure any gaps between existing safety railing with a substantial temporary lifeline arrangement similar to that currently installed on the vessel. Remove and dispose of all temporary lifelines upon completion of work.
3.4 Work plan. The Contractor shall develop and submit a plan for collecting and disposing of waste extracted during cleaning process. Ensure that the proposed plan shall detail how and where exhaust piping will be disconnected, how entire length of exhaust piping will be divided/sectioned for cleaning, and precautions to protect the SSDGs. One SSDG must remain operational at all times. The Contractor shall perform this work upon receiving Coast Guard approval of the plan. The work plan should be submitted with the proposal / bid.
3.4.1 Due to limited access to work areas, the Contractor may, with express permission of the KO (via submission of a CFR), cut access holes to facilitate accomplishment of the work specified herein. Perform all work required to open and close the access openings in accordance with SFLC Std Spec 8636.
note
Coast Guard personnel will operate all shipboard machinery and equipment.
3.5 Operational test, initial. Prior to commencement of work, the Contractor shall witness Coast Guard personnel perform an initial operational test of the exhaust piping system, to demonstrate existing operational condition. Submit a CFR.
3.6 Cleaning. The Contractor shall clean the interior surfaces of the exhaust piping and stack uptakes to the SSDGs, shown on Coast Guard Drawing(s) 750-WMSL-259-003,750-WMSL-259-004, 750-WMSL-259-011, 750-WMSL-259-013, 750-WMSL-259-014, 750-WMSL-259-019, and 750-WMSL-259-020 to a condition free from soot, tar, and any other foreign matter as follows:
3.6.1 Disconnect the exhaust piping as necessary to facilitate cleaning.
3.6.2 Thoroughly sweep, mechanically clean, and vacuum the interior of each exhaust pipe system, including the mufflers, from the exhaust outlet to the topmost location outside the vessel. Clean all adjacent stack uptake surfaces. Ensure that all tar deposits, soot deposits, and all other surface contaminants are completely removed.
3.6.3 Remove all debris from the pipe surfaces, stack deck, and Engine Room areas by vacuuming. Dispose of all cleaning materials and generated debris in accordance with all applicable Federal, state, and local regulations.
3.6.4 Reassemble exhaust piping; renew all disturbed flange connection gaskets with suitable high temperature, non-asbestos-containing gasket materials. Gasket material for flanges shall be Flexitallic thermiculite , CRES 316 Core, Max Service Temp 1450 deg F, Flexitallic or equal, 1/8” thick gasket (Item # 58, 750-WMSL-259-019). Renew all flange nuts and bolts. Renew all disturbed fasteners.
3.7 Inspection and report. The Contractor shall perform a visual inspection of the following components; submit a CFR with photographic/video evidence of cleanliness:
- Exhaust stack access hatches, including all associated studs and nuts.
- All cleaned exhaust stack surfaces.
- All exhaust expansion joints, including associated bolts.
3.7.1 Following cleaning of the interior of each exhaust pipe system, the Contractor shall demonstrate completeness of the cleaning process to the Coast Guard Inspector, showing that the entire length of exhaust piping has been satisfactorily cleaned according to the work plan.
3.8 Touch-up preservation. The Contractor shall prepare and coat all new and disturbed surfaces to match existing adjacent surfaces in accordance with SFLC Std Spec 6310, paragraph 3.1.13 (Touch-ups and minor coating repairs).
NOTE
Coast Guard personnel will operate all shipboard machinery and equipment.
3.9 Operational test, post repairs. After completion of work, the Contractor shall thoroughly test, in the presence of the Coast Guard Inspector and demonstrate the SSDG exhaust piping system to be in satisfactory operating condition. Submit a CFR.
4.0 Location / POC.
USCGC BERTHOLF
1 Eagle Rd.
Alameda, CA 94501
POC: MKCM Armando Perez
(510) 418-2223
4. NOTES
This section is not applicable to this work item.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| This is a combined synopsis solicitation CGC BERTHOLF Exhaust Commercial Cleaning.docx | DOCX document | |
| SOW_SSDGExhstPpngClnInsp_418.docx | DOCX document |
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