WLM 175’ Cutter 1350 Azimuth Thruster Overhaul and Storage

Title: WLM 175’ Cutter 1350 Azimuth Thruster Overhaul and Storage Contract Availability Notice Type: Sources Sought The U.S. Coast Guard is looking for sources interested in performing a Supply and Service Contract with firm fixed price delivery orders and task orders, for the receipt, storage, disassembly, inspection, overhaul, reassembly, testing, preservation, packaging, packing and marking of Marine Thruster, Z-Drives used on 175’ WLM U.S. Coast Guard Vessels. In addition, this specification describes the requirements for the Contractor to provide Technical Support for the same Z-Drives. The performance period of this upcoming award is 11/30/2026 through 11/30/2031. (SUBJECT TO AVAILABITY OF FUNDS) The intent of this procurement is to supply new parts and provide technical services for conducting Z-Drive overhauls. The Contractor shall provide all labor, equipment and materials required to receipt for, store, disassemble, inspect, overhaul, reassemble, test, preserve, package, pack, mark, and provide all documentation cited herein for each Ulstein Aquamaster Model 1350H Z-Drive assembly provided by the U.S. Coast Guard. Each Z-Drive overhaul shall be performed in accordance with applicable Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) technical manuals, drawings, specifications and standard practices. The tentative work requirements will include, but are not limited to the following: General Requirements: Government Furnished Property (GFP): The contractor shall provide inside storage for all GFP offering complete protection from the weather elements, stored on the original shipping skid when not in use. Items will be issued to the vendor by the Government for installation. Z-Drive Completeness Assessment: The Contractor shall complete a full equipment inventory of any Z-Drive delivered and receipted under this contract. Z-Drive Pre-Overhaul Inspection: After cleaning, the Contractor shall completely disassemble the unit and perform a detailed Pre-Overhaul Inspection of components in accordance with applicable OEM technical manuals, drawings and standard practices. Overhaul Parts: Only new OEM parts, or equal, shall be installed. Technical Representative Services: Contractor representation for installation of any overhauled Z-Drive under this contract will be initiated via separate order. -- 1 of 6 -- Contractor shall provide personnel for discussion, resolution, and repair of technical problems. Troubleshooting and repair of technical problems may require Contractor personnel to travel to Coast Guard units. Other Technical Representative Services may be office engineering technical staff investigations/research/studies. Operating Z-Drive onboard troubleshooting and/or repair: The services will be required in vessel homeports due to problems affecting Z-Drives normal operation. Contractor Response: The Contractor shall be required to supply a Technical Representative to the designated location within thirty-six (36) hours after notification by the Contracting Officer. Reporting Requirements: Z-Drive Pre-Overhaul Inspection Report: Results of the inspection shall be fully documented in a Contractor prepared Pre-Overhaul Inspection Report which shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer for review. Review of Z-Drive Pre-Overhaul Inspection Report: Upon receipt, the Contracting Officer’s designated technical representative will review the Z-Drive Pre-Overhaul Inspection Report to determine completeness and reasonableness of proposed overhaul recommendations. Z-Drive Reassembly Report: The Contractor shall document all measurements/tests indicated in the Specification. Post Overhaul Inspection Report: Contractors are required to submit a Post Overhaul Inspection Report. Quality Assurance Requirements: General QA: The Contractor shall maintain an inspection system which shall ensure that each item offered to the Coast Guard for acceptance or approval conforms to the contract requirements. Z-Drive Performance Tests and Inspections: The Contractor shall perform Specification-stated tests/inspections on each overhauled Z-Drive to validate conformance to overhaul requirements and standards including, but not limited to: Spin Tests, Hydraulic Steering Tests, and Gear Contact Pattern Inspections. Z-Drive Propeller Removal and Inspection: The Contractor must remove the propellers from their shaft in accordance with all referenced Coast Guard drawings authorized propeller remover procedures and follow guidelines on cleaning, inspecting, measuring, and recording of results. Flexible Hoses: The Contractor shall renew all hydraulic and other flexible hoses associated with each Z-Drive overhaul. Each installed hose shall have a minimum service life of eight (08) years and be tested to 150% of normal operating pressure. -- 2 of 6 -- Additional Hose Requirements: Each flexible hose shall have a corrosion resistant tag attached using stainless steel locking wire. Cleaning and Finishing: The Contractor shall clean and polish all machined surfaces as necessary to remove any etching, scoring or other imperfections that might compromise operation of the Z- Drive or the final surface coating system. Exterior Paint Specification/Surface Coating: The surface coating for all areas under the water line on the exterior of the ship shall be applied in accordance with Coast Guard provided Standard Specifications. The surface coating for all areas under the water line on the interior of the ship shall be applied in accordance with Coast Guard Standard Specifications. Calibration System: The Contractor, and any subcontractors, shall be required to maintain a test equipment calibration program in compliance with ASQ/ISO/IEC 17025. Responsibility for Inspection: The Contractor shall be responsible for the performance of all inspection requirements specified herein and shall provide adequate space, personnel, and calibrated test equipment to satisfy inspection/test criteria. All inspections/tests shall be performed at th…