Bid guide
How to bid on Aluminum Metal for Fabrication for the US Coast Guard
What the Coast Guard is buying
The U.S. Coast Guard needs a vendor to provide aluminum metal and related services for fabrication at their Industrial Production Facility (IPF) in Detroit, Michigan. This includes all labor, materials, equipment, transportation, and supervision necessary to fulfill the requirements.
This procurement is estimated to be between $100,000 and $250,000. It is an opportunity for businesses to supply essential materials to a federal agency.
Key dates and deadlines
This solicitation was published on September 08, 2026. The deadline for offers will be established when the Request for Quote (RFQ) is officially issued. Once the RFQ is out, the due date for offers will be set.
It is important to monitor the solicitation for updates, as any amendments will be posted on SAM.gov.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for metal service centers and other metal merchant wholesalers. The applicable NAICS code is 423510, with a small business size standard of 200 employees. Businesses meeting this size standard may be eligible to bid.
Vendors experienced in supplying aluminum metal and providing fabrication-related services are encouraged to consider this bid.
How to respond
To access the solicitation documents, you must go to the original source on the portal. You may need to click the link twice if the first click takes you to the portal's homepage. All specifications and drawings will be available for download there.
You should register to receive notifications for solicitation number 70Z03026QCLEV0094 on the website. This will ensure you are informed of any updates or the issuance of the Request for Quote.
Tips for a competitive response
When preparing your response, carefully review all provided documents, including the supplies requirements, specifications, and drawings. Ensure your offer clearly addresses every aspect of the Coast Guard's needs.
Highlight your experience in supplying aluminum metal and any relevant fabrication services. Clearly detail your capacity to provide all labor, material, equipment, transportation, and supervision as required. Pay close attention to pricing to ensure it is competitive and aligns with the estimated procurement value.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from US Coast Guard; the original posting controls.