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How to respond to the US Coast Guard’s NLETS services notice
What the Coast Guard is buying
The U.S. Coast Guard intends to award NLETS, Inc. a sole-source contract for NLETS services. The notice says the procurement is being conducted under simplified acquisition procedures because the agency believes only one responsible source can meet its requirements.
This is a notice of proposed contract action, not a request for competitive quotes. The Coast Guard may consider information from interested vendors, but it decides whether to compete the work.
Deadline and what it means
The notice was published October 16, 2026. Interested vendors must email their capabilities and qualifications by 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time on November 2, 2026.
The agency says submissions received in response to the notice will be considered. It may decide not to compete the proposed work, and that decision is within the Government’s discretion.
Who this opportunity may suit
This notice may be relevant to firms that provide NLETS services or can show they are qualified to perform the effort. The opportunity is listed under the professional category.
Because the Coast Guard intends to award to NLETS, Inc. on a sole-source basis, vendors should treat this as an opportunity to explain their qualifications and ability to meet the agency’s requirements—not as a standard competitive bid.
How to respond
Email written capabilities and qualifications to Contract Specialist Ann M. Leuters and Contracting Officer Brianna Riffle. Include the Notice ID number in the subject line. The notice does not provide the Notice ID in the information supplied here.
Submissions must be electronic and sent by email by the stated deadline. Oral communications and phone calls will not be accepted. To view the opportunity, use “View original source” on the portal; if the first click opens the portal homepage, click it again. A free account may be needed to view documents.
Prepare a focused qualifications submission
Keep the response specific to NLETS services. Explain what your firm can perform, describe relevant experience, and connect your capabilities directly to the Coast Guard’s stated need.
Check that the email reaches both named contacts, includes the Notice ID in the subject line, and is sent before the deadline. Since this is not an RFQ, avoid treating the response as a price quote unless the agency asks for one.
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Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
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