OVERHAUL OF CATERPILLAR MARINE DIESEL ENGINE ONBOARD USCG CUTTERS
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 U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), under the Department of Homeland Security, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice to identify qualified sources for the overhaul of Caterpillar marine diesel engines onboard USCG cutters. This effort seeks full-service authorized/certified technical services for repair, maintenance, and overhaul of various CAT engine models. Responses are due by June 12, 2026, at 11:00 AM PST.
Scope of Work
The requirement includes providing remanufactured main propulsion diesel engines for Seagoing and Coastal Buoy Tenders (WLB & WLM), Inland and River Tenders (WLI, WLIC, & WLR), and Tugs (WTGB & WYTL) class vessels. Specific Caterpillar models include D353, D379, D3304, D3306, D3406, D3412, D3508, and D3608. Services encompass CAMPAR testing, engine timing synchronization, engine valve rotators, and vibration analysis. Overhauls may be top end, center section, or full, involving renewal of CAT OEM parts such as machining of the block, governors, engine block, power pack, connecting rod, turbocharger, exhaust manifold, and/or engine mount. All work requires genuine CAT approved parts and will primarily occur onsite at the cutter's homeport.
Contract & Timeline
This is a Sources Sought notice for market research purposes only; it does not constitute a Request for Proposal. The acquisition is anticipated to be an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract, potentially for one base year and four option years.
- Contract Opportunity Type: Sources Sought
- Anticipated Contract Type: IDIQ (1 base + 4 option years)
- Set-Aside: None specified (determination not yet made)
- NAICS Code: 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing, 1,300 employee size standard)
- Response Due: June 12, 2026, at 11:00 AM PST
- Published: May 29, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
Interested parties must submit a capability statement demonstrating qualifications and a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience. Crucially, statements must include evidence of access to Caterpillar proprietary components (e.g., signed agreement, licensing agreement). Required information includes Company Name, Address, DUNS Number, Point of Contact, Business Size, Small Business Certification (if applicable), statement of intent to propose, and past performance information.
Additional Notes
This notice is solely for market research and does not obligate the government to award a contract. Respondents should ensure registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) at www.sam.gov. No proprietary, classified, confidential, or sensitive information should be included in responses.