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How to bid on Intrusion Detection System Inspection for the US Coast Guard
What the Coast Guard is buying
The US Coast Guard needs a contractor to inspect, maintain, and repair the intrusion detection system (IDS) at its Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF) in New Orleans, Louisiana. This is a firm-fixed-price service contract with a base year and four option years, running from September 1, 2026, through August 31, 2031.
This opportunity is a total small-business set-aside. The selected contractor will be responsible for ensuring the IDS is fully functional and secure at the specified facility.
Key dates and deadlines
All questions regarding this solicitation must be submitted in writing by August 10, 2026, at 3:30 PM CDT. Questions should be sent to [email protected]. Questions submitted after this time may not receive a response.
Quotes are due by August 12, 2026, at 3:30 PM CDT. Submissions should be sent to [email protected]. The contract period is expected to begin on September 1, 2026.
Who this opportunity suits
This solicitation is a total small-business set-aside, meaning only small businesses are eligible to bid. The NAICS code for this work is 561621 (Security Systems Services).
Firms specializing in security systems, particularly those with experience in intrusion detection systems for secure government facilities, would be well-suited for this contract. Vendors must be actively registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov).
How to respond
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Proposals are being requested in response to this combined synopsis/solicitation. A separate written solicitation will not be issued. Ensure your quote includes pricing for the base year and all four option years. Submit your complete quote to [email protected] by the deadline.
Tips for a competitive response
The government will award this contract to the offeror with the Lowest Price/Technically Acceptable proposal. Your proposal will be evaluated on price, past performance, and technical capability. Clearly demonstrate your firm's technical ability to perform the required inspection, maintenance, and repair of the IDS.
For past performance, provide relevant, quality, and timely prior work references. If you have encountered problems on past contracts, include information on those issues and the corrective actions you took. This can help demonstrate your problem-solving capabilities. It is mandatory to examine the Statement of Work and recommended to visit the facility to become familiar with existing conditions.
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