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How to bid on slide gate system overhaul for Homeland Security
What the agency is buying
The U.S. Coast Guard, part of the Department of Homeland Security, needs a contractor to repair and upgrade the main entrance slide gate operating system at Coast Guard Station Gulfport, Mississippi. This is a construction contract for non-commercial items.
The work is expected to be completed within 120 days after the contract is awarded. This opportunity is a firm-fixed-price construction contract.
Key dates and deadlines
The solicitation was published on August 5, 2026. All quotes are due by August 5, 2026, at 3:00 PM CST. This is also the deadline for submitting any questions regarding the scope of work. Questions must be submitted in writing by this time.
The official deadline for the solicitation is August 14, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET. Be sure to submit your quote by the earlier August 5th deadline.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is a small business set-aside. The applicable NAICS code is 238290, which covers Other Building Equipment Contractors, with a small business size standard of $16.5 million.
Firms specializing in construction, particularly those with experience in gate systems or similar facility upgrades, would be well-suited for this project. Vendors must be actively registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).
How to respond
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Quotes must be submitted via email to [email protected]. Any questions about the Scope of Work should be sent in writing to [email protected], with a copy to [email protected], by August 5, 2026, 3:00 PM CST.
Practical tips for your response
The award method for this contract is based on the lowest price that is technically acceptable. The evaluation factors are price, technical acceptability, and past performance. Ensure your quote clearly demonstrates technical acceptability and provides relevant past performance examples.
Offerors are strongly encouraged to inspect the site where the services will be performed. This will help you understand all conditions that might affect the cost of performance. Contact MKC Shelton Franklin at [email protected] or (206) 815-7012 to schedule a site visit. All work must be coordinated through this point of contact to minimize operational impacts on the unit.
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 Homeland Security, Department of; the original posting controls.