SAM #6923G526Q0051

Drydocking and 5-Year ABS Special Survey for M/V Seaway Guardian – Great Lakes Shipyard Services

This opportunity involves a major procurement by the U.S. Department of Transportation's Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation (GLS) for the drydocking and 5-year special periodical survey of the M/V Seaway Guardian, an ice-class towing vessel. - Government Buyer: - Department of Transportation, Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation (GLS) - Scope of Work: - Drydocking of the M/V Seaway Guardian at a shipyard within the Great Lakes/St. Lawrence Seaway system - American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) special periodical hull, machinery, and automation surveys - Renewal of load line, IAPP, and IOPP certifications - Maintenance, steel work, and marine coating renewal - Fuel removal and storage, shore power provision, hull cleaning, and post-drydock support - Inspections and overhauls of azimuth thrusters, engines, generators, air compressors, and navigational electronics (VHF radio antenna tuning) - Cleaning and inspection of lube oil and storage tanks, chain locker, and anchor systems - Replacement of anodes and disposal of tank wastes - OEMs and Vendors Highlighted: - No specific OEMs are mandated for the drydocking and survey services, but OEM-authorized service representatives are required for overhauls of Quincy air compressors and inspections of main propulsion engines and generators - ABS (American Bureau of Shipping) is the required classification society for surveys and certifications - Notable Requirements: - All work must be performed at a qualified shipyard within the Great Lakes/St. Lawrence Seaway system - ABS survey facilitation and compliance with all relevant marine safety and environmental standards - Use of OEM-authorized technicians for critical equipment overhauls and inspections - Firm fixed price contract structure - Products/Services Requested: - Comprehensive vessel maintenance and repair services as detailed in the Statement of Work (SOW) - No specific part numbers or quantities for products; focus is on service delivery and compliance - Unique Aspects: - The contract requires coordination with ABS for all surveys and certifications - Strict adherence to environmental and safety protocols, including proper disposal of tank wastes and use of certified technicians - The project is time-sensitive, with a 60-day completion window after notice to proceed

Description

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial services prepared in accordance with the Format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested, and a written solicitation will not be issued.

The solicitation is issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ). This solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular FAC 2026-01 dated March 13, 2026. This requirement is being solicited as full and open competition using FAR (RFO) Part 12 Acquisition of Commercial Products and Commercial Services. The NAICS Code  is 336611 – Ship Building and Repairing. The solicitation number is 6923G526Q0051.

**NOTE: Quoters must be registered in SAM.gov and have an active registration at the time of this solicitation closing.

SCHEDULE OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES: See Attachment B –Pricing Sheet.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK: The Great Lakes St. Lawrence Seaway Development Corporation (GLS) has a requirement to complete a drydocking and American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) Classification Society first 5-year special periodical associated surveys of the marine motor vessel (M/V) “Seaway Guardian.” This will include the drydocking of the vessel, ABS special periodical hull, machinery, and automation surveys, renewal of load line, IAPP, and IOPP certification as well as additional maintenance, steel work, and coating renewal. The work shall be completed at the contractor’s marine maintenance and repair facility (shipyard). All in exact accordance with this solicitation and attached Statement of Work (SOW).

CONTRACT TYPE: This solicitation is a Request for Quote (RFQ) that will result in the award of a firm fixed price contract under FAR Part 12, subject to the availability of funds.

CONTRACT PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: The contractor shall begin performance within 30 calendar days and complete within 60 calendar days after receiving the Notice to Proceed (NTP). It is expected that the notice to proceed will be issued in September 2026.

PLACE OF PERFORMANCE/ACCEPTANCE: All work is to be completed at the contractor’s marine maintenance and repair facility (shipyard). The place of performance must be a marine maintenance facility geographically located within the Great Lakes / St. Lawrence Seaway system.

QUESTIONS DUE DATE: August 25, 2026, 2:00PM EST. Questions must be sent via e-mail to chora.snyder@dot.gov arriving no later than August 25, 2026, 2:00 PM EST. After this due date further requests may not be accepted due to time constraints. For questions regarding this solicitation, email chora.snyder@dot.gov.

QUOTE DUE DATE: September 08, 2026, 2:00PM EST. Quotes must be sent via e-mail to chora.snyder@dot.gov, no later than Tuesday, September 08, 2026, 2:00PM EST.  

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