SAM #34269PR270000001

U.S. Coast Guard offshore vessel charter for MSRTW maritime training

The U.S. Coast Guard plans a two-day offshore vessel charter for specialized maritime training off Southern California. - Agency and procurement approach: Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, Operational Logistics Command (LOG-94), supporting Maritime Security Response Team West (MSRTW), intends to award a firm-fixed-price contract to Eclipse Group Inc. on a sole-source basis. The notice is informational, not a request for quotes or proposals; the Coast Guard invites compelling evidence that competition would benefit the Government. - Service requested: One all-inclusive charter of the U.S.-flagged MV BOLD HORIZON, including vessel, qualified U.S.-citizen crew, fuel, supplies, port services, transit, maintenance, and required training support. The attachment describes CLIN 0001 as one lot. - Vessel and mission requirements: At least 170 feet long; able to maintain commanded speeds of 8–10 knots on a stable, predictable course; and able to support nighttime boat and helicopter insertion and extraction, passenger transfers, and a boarding scenario. The vessel must provide a sheltered briefing/training area with seating for at least 12, safe deck access, and required safety, communications, and sanitary facilities. - Government-provided resources: Coast Guard personnel, aircraft, small boats, tactical equipment, and applicable approvals. The contractor supplies the vessel and other charter resources. - Schedule and route: Charter performance is November 5–6, 2026. The vessel is to arrive about 3–4 nautical miles offshore of Marina del Rey at 1600 PST on November 5, proceed about 15 nautical miles offshore for training, and return to San Diego on November 6. A boarding scenario is expected to last 6–7 hours. - Evaluation and value: The attachment describes best-value evaluation factors of technical capability (55%), past performance (20%), and price (25%). The notice states that the procurement will not exceed the $250,000 simplified acquisition threshold. Market research cited in an attachment found no other vessel meeting all mandatory requirements and dates.

Description

SPECIAL NOTICE: The Department of Homeland Security, United States Coast Guard, Operational Logistics Command (LOG-94) intends to award one (1) sole source purchase order on a basis of other than full and open competition (under FAR authority 6.302) to Eclipse Group Inc. for an Offshore Support Vessel needed for USCG MSRTW, CA for specialized maritime training to sustain readiness for short-notice security response missions.

(SOW) that include the following:

1. Offshore Support Vessel

The contract period of performance is: November 5th and 6th, 2026.

The contractor will provide all services per SOW. This purchase will be made utilizing Simplified Acquisition Procedures in accordance with: Federal Regulation (FAR) Part 13.106-l(b) for purchases not exceeding the simplified acquisition threshold of $250,000.

This sole source is pursuant to 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(l) implemented by the FAR Subpart 6.302-1 entitled "Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements".

The NAICS Code for this procurement is 488390 – Other Support Activities for Water Transportation. The procurement type will be a firm­ fixed price.

THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE QUOTES/PROPOSALS AND NO SOLICITATION IS AVAILABLE. Questions concerning this announcement should be directed to the Contract Officer using the e-mail link provided. Telephone requests for information or questions will NOT be accepted. Additionally, any response to this notice must show clear, compelling, and convincing evidence that competition will be advantageous to the government. The intent of this notice is for informational purposes only. Please email requests or questions to Elizabeth Tam-Hurley at the following e-mail address: Elizabeth.h.tam-hurley@uscg.mil.

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