Sole Source Foreign Passenger Vessel Examiner Course
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 United States Coast Guard (USCG), under the Department of Homeland Security, has issued a Notice of Intent to Award a Sole Source Contract to Landry & Kling Global Ship Solutions for the Foreign Passenger Vessel Examiner Course. This presolicitation is not a request for competitive proposals but allows other responsible sources to submit a statement of capability. The requirement is for a fully integrated, at-sea training environment on an operational cruise vessel for two convenings in 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide an operational cruise vessel to host two convenings of the Foreign Passenger Vessel Examiner Course (Course ID: 500317) between April and November 2026. Each convening requires:
- Lodging and meals for up to 21 attendees in single cabins.
- A dedicated, fully furnished training room (at least 1100 sq ft) with audio/visual equipment, Wi-Fi, and onsite support.
- Onboard logistical support.
- Escorted access by ship's crew to critical shipboard spaces and systems for demonstrations. The vessel must be at least 70,000 gross tons, departing from a major U.S. East Coast or Gulf of America port. Contractor personnel must be eligible for a Secret Clearance.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sole Source Contract (Presolicitation)
- Awardee: Landry & Kling Global Ship Solutions (UEI: CEHURV7H94L8)
- Justification: Sole source is justified due to untenable schedule risks, time-sensitive training, existing agreements, and the need to avoid disrupting the training pipeline and mission readiness.
- Period of Performance: 8 months from award date.
- Anticipated Award Date: On or about April 6, 2026.
- Response Due: April 3, 2026, 5:00 PM ET.
- Published: March 31, 2026.
- PSC: V214 (Marine Passenger Service)
- NAICS: 483112
Response Information
This is a Notice of Intent to award a sole source contract. While not a request for competitive proposals, responsible sources may submit a quotation, bid, or proposal for consideration by the agency. Submissions should address the ability to meet the requirement and challenge the sole source justification.
Point of Contact
Brenda Taylor, Contracting Officer, Brenda.S.Taylor2@uscg.mil, 206-815-0892.