Bid guide
How to bid on a 200-Ton Mobile Boat Hoist for El Salvador from the US Coast Guard
What the Coast Guard is buying
The US Coast Guard is seeking a 200-ton mobile boat hoist for El Salvador. This is a new requirement, meaning there is no existing contractor for this specific need. The purchase is part of a Foreign Military Sales (FMS) agreement between the US Government and El Salvador.
This is a total small business set-aside opportunity. The government intends to award one firm-fixed price Purchase Order based on initial submissions, reserving the right to award without further exchanges.
Key dates and deadlines
The solicitation was published on July 15, 2026. All proposals are due by August 17, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. This is a firm deadline, and late submissions may not be considered.
If you have questions about the solicitation, they must be emailed to Kerri Dolezal ([email protected]) by July 31, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. Answers to questions will be posted as an amendment to the solicitation, so it is important to monitor the opportunity for updates.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is a total small business set-aside, making it suitable for small businesses specializing in manufacturing overhead traveling cranes, hoists, and monorail systems. The relevant North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 333923 – Overhead Traveling Crane, Hoist, and Monorail System Manufacturing.
Vendors with experience in providing specialized heavy equipment, particularly for maritime or port operations, would be well-suited to this requirement.
How to respond
To access the full solicitation and its attachments, you will need to view the original source on the portal. Sometimes the first click may take you to the portal's homepage, so you might need to click the link again to reach the specific bid.
You may need to create a free account on the portal to view all the documents, though for some bids, an account is not required. Once you have access, carefully review all attachments: Statement of Work, Pricing Schedule, Contract Clauses, and Solicitation Provisions, to ensure your response is complete and compliant.
Tips for a competitive response
Ensure your proposal directly addresses all requirements outlined in the Statement of Work. Pay close attention to the technical specifications for the 200-ton mobile boat hoist.
Complete the Pricing Schedule accurately and thoroughly. Since the government may award without further exchanges, your initial submission should be as strong and comprehensive as possible. Double-check that your proposal incorporates all clauses and provisions referenced in the solicitation, including those from Federal Acquisition Circular 2026-01 and any Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO) updates.
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.