How to bid on USCGC Maple fuel system repair for the US Coast Guard

What the Coast Guard is buying

The US Coast Guard is seeking a contractor to repair the USCGC Maple’s fuel system at Atlantic Beach, North Carolina. The work includes replacing parts affected by water contamination, cleaning the fuel cooler and lines, polishing fuel, and testing the engine.

This is a small-business set-aside. The solicitation calls for a firm-fixed-price quotation and requires OEM parts unless the Coast Guard approves otherwise.

Key dates and the deadline

The opportunity was published October 29, 2026. Quotations are due November 6, 2026, at 9:00 AM ET. The stated performance period is October 25 to November 15, 2026.

Submit your quotation by the deadline. The agency says it will consider quotations from responsible small businesses that meet the solicitation requirements; award considers technical capability, OEM-parts compliance, past performance, and price.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity fits a small business able to perform marine engine fuel-system repair and fuel polishing, provide the required parts and labor, and complete operational testing. The work location is 2301 E Fort Macon Rd., Atlantic Beach, NC 28512.

A suitable contractor should be able to provide OEM parts or obtain Coast Guard approval for alternatives, follow applicable manufacturer and Coast Guard requirements, and handle hazardous materials and spill prevention.

How to access the opportunity

Click “View original source” above to open the opportunity on the portal. If the first click takes you to the portal homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid.

You may need a free account to view documents, though many bids do not require one. Review the solicitation instructions for how to submit; the information provided here does not specify a submission method.

Prepare a complete, competitive quotation

Price the full repair as a firm-fixed-price job, including the labor, materials, equipment, and supervision needed for the listed work. Identify parts and specifications, and make clear how your quotation addresses the OEM-parts requirement.

Explain your technical ability to complete the repair and testing, and provide relevant past-performance information. Include the requested price schedule and check your quotation against every instruction in the solicitation before submitting.

Plan to provide an itemized invoice, service report, parts list, and warranty documentation as applicable. If you find work outside the stated scope, the solicitation requires a written Condition Found Report and written Government authorization before doing that additional work.