CGC WAESCHE TENT RENTAL
Overview
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The U.S. Coast Guard is soliciting bids for temporary tent rental services for the USCGC WAESCHE flight deck at Coast Guard Base Alameda, CA. This requirement supports an upcoming Change of Command ceremony, including complete setup and teardown. Bids are due by June 14, 2026, at 3:15 PM PST.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide and install one temporary tent structure, measuring approximately 48 ft x 86 ft, on the USCGC WAESCHE's flight deck. Key responsibilities include:
- Complete setup and teardown of the tent structure.
- Securing the tent using non-penetrating methods suitable for a ship's flight deck, such as water barrels or concrete weights.
- Providing clear plastic shielding for the tents in case of inclement weather.
- Coordination: Confirming personnel involved in transport, setup, and disassembly with the primary contact.
- Crane Services: Coordinate with the primary contact by July 3, 2026, if the Base Alameda crane is needed to load equipment onboard. Government personnel are available to operate the crane for lifting materials from the pier to the flight deck.
- Access: All personnel must possess government identification and have the ability to access Coast Guard Base Alameda.
- Logistics: Materials will be dropped off on the cement pier adjacent to the cutter. Designated vendor parking will be provided, but contractors should plan for material transit as the distance from parking to the drop-off site exceeds 100 yards.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation
- Product Service Code: W099 (Lease Or Rental Of Equipment: Miscellaneous)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Place of Performance: USCGC WAESCHE Flight Deck, Coast Guard Base Alameda, CA 94501
- Tent Setup Date: July 8, 2026, no earlier than 1300 hours
- Tent Teardown Date: July 9, 2026, no earlier than 1300 hours
- Bid Due Date: June 14, 2026, 3:15 PM PST
- Published Date: June 9, 2026
Submission & Contact
Bids must be submitted to SKC Paul Apalit via email at paul.c.apalit@uscg.mil.
For general inquiries, the primary contact is Kyle Jacobson at kyle.r.jacobson@uscg.mil or 906-630-0070.