Bid guide
How to bid on ATON Repair & Replace Work for Homeland Security
What the Coast Guard is buying
The Department of Homeland Security, through the Coast Guard, is looking for prime contractors to perform Aids to Navigation (ATON) repair, replacement, removal, refurbishment, and fabrication work. This work will be done in the San Francisco Bay Area, including the Sacramento River and Bodega Bay.
The project involves providing all materials, labor, equipment, and transportation. The estimated value of this project is between $5 million and $10 million. This is a significant opportunity for construction firms specializing in marine infrastructure.
Key dates and deadlines
This is a Sources Sought Notice, meaning the agency is gathering information from interested companies. Your response is due by September 14, 2026, at 9:00 PM Eastern Time (6:00 PM Pacific Time).
A formal solicitation is estimated to be issued in September 2026. All in-water work for this project must be completed by October 31, 2027, with specific in-water work windows for different locations: San Francisco Bay (July 1 - November 30), Sacramento River (August 1 - September 15), and Bodega Bay (October 1 - October 31).
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is best suited for prime contractors with experience in marine construction and ATON maintenance. The relevant NAICS code is 237990, which covers Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction. Firms with a proven track record in similar projects, particularly those involving in-water work and fabrication of structures, will be well-positioned.
Given the project's estimated value, firms should also have substantial bonding capacity.
How to respond to this Sources Sought Notice
To respond, you must email your information to the Contract Specialist at [email protected] AND the Contracting Officer at [email protected]. It is your responsibility to confirm receipt, as emails can sometimes take time to enter the system.
Your response must include the Sources Sought Reference number 70Z08826R0000121, your company name, address, SAM.gov UEI, Dun and Bradstreet number, point of contact, phone number, and email address. You must also provide a positive statement of your intent to bid as a prime contractor, evidence of similar experience (including contract numbers, project titles, dates, dollar amounts, and contacts), and evidence of bonding capability for both single and aggregate totals up to the maximum project magnitude.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
When providing evidence of experience, be specific. Detail how your past projects align with the scope of work described, such as ATON repair, replacement, removal, refurbishment, or fabrication. Clearly state the contract numbers, project titles, and dollar amounts to demonstrate your firm's capacity.
Ensure your bonding capacity documentation is clear and up-to-date, showing both single and aggregate totals that meet or exceed the project's estimated value. Double-check all contact information and ensure your email submission is sent well before the deadline to account for any potential delivery delays.
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.