KAHO 6000 HOUR ENGINE MAINTENANCE
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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. Geological Survey (USGS), under the Department of the Interior, has issued an Award Notice for 6000-hour engine maintenance services for the R/V Kaho. This contract was awarded as a Total Small Business Set-Aside.
Scope of Work
The awarded contract covers comprehensive 6000-hour main engine and turbocharger maintenance for the R/V Kaho's two MTU 8V-2000 diesel engines (serial numbers 531101413 and 531101414). Key requirements include:
- Maintenance performed by a qualified MTU technician.
- Use of OEM specification parts, unless approved by USGS.
- Specific 4000-hour maintenance tasks (e.g., replacing fuel injection valves, inspecting cylinder chambers, replacing pressure pipe neck).
- Reinstallation of turbos, including O-rings.
- Post-maintenance engine run to confirm satisfactory performance. The work is guided by an updated specification (Attachment 6) and a correct MTU maintenance schedule (Attachment 4).
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price
- Period of Performance: May 4, 2026, to June 5, 2026
- Place of Performance: USGS vessel dock at 17 Lake St., Oswego, NY
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Award Notice Published: March 24, 2026
Evaluation
The original solicitation indicated that award would be made to the responsible offeror whose quote was most advantageous, considering price and other factors. Technical Performance and Key Qualifications, along with Past Performance, were of equal importance and more important than price.
Additional Notes
This opportunity was initially issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ) under FAR Part 12 and Part 13. An amendment (0002) reissued the solicitation, updated evaluation factors, and revised specifications, superseding previous attachments. Visual context of the engine room was provided via Attachment 5. Wage determinations (Attachment 3) were applicable for labor costs.