How to bid on Rental of Dust Collector for 87' Ridley for the US Coast Guard

What the Coast Guard is buying and why it matters

The U.S. Coast Guard needs to rent one Tier III, 174-horsepower dust collector. This equipment must provide 45,000–55,000 CFM. The rental is for nine consecutive weeks, from September 15 through November 17, 2026, with an option for additional weeks. The equipment will be used at the U.S. Coast Guard Yard in Baltimore, Maryland, for the 87' Ridley.

This is a firm fixed price purchase order. Payment will be made by Government Purchase Order (Net 30) after delivery and acceptance by the US Coast Guard. Vendors should be prepared to secure funding until the order is delivered and received.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

The solicitation was published on July 23, 2026. All quotes must be submitted by email no later than August 06, 2026, at 12:00 PM Eastern Time. Quotes received after this deadline may not be considered.

The Coast Guard anticipates awarding a competitive price purchase order based on a best value assessment. This means they will consider technical requirements, adherence to deadlines, and price.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for businesses that can provide rental services for specialized industrial equipment, specifically a Tier III, 174-horsepower dust collector with the specified CFM range. Vendors should be capable of delivering and setting up the equipment at the U.S. Coast Guard Yard in Baltimore, MD.

The solicitation is a Request for Quote (RFQ) under Simplified Acquisition Procedures, meaning it is open to all responsible sources. Past performance will be reviewed for responsibility only.

How to respond to this solicitation

To access the full details of this opportunity, click “View original source” on the portal. If the first click takes you to the homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view all documents, though this is not always required.

All quotes must be emailed to Shellby Hammond at [email protected]. The email subject line must include the solicitation number 2126406Y6176K89005. Your quote should include your entity name, Unique Entity ID, address, point of contact, phone number, and POC email address. You must provide pricing for the nine-week rental and a separate weekly price for the option to extend.

Practical tips for preparing a competitive response

Carefully review the Statement of Work (SOW) to ensure your proposed dust collector meets all technical requirements, including Tier III, 174 HP, and 45,000–55,000 CFM. Clearly state how your equipment fulfills these specifications.

Ensure your pricing is competitive for both the initial nine-week rental and the optional weekly extensions. Double-check all required vendor information is included in your submission. If a site visit is necessary for your bid, email Keith Jordan at [email protected] to schedule it in advance of the deadline.

Be aware that invoicing for this purchase order will be processed through IPP.gov. If you do not have an account, indicate this so the issuing office can establish one for you. Ensure your quote addresses all Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses mentioned in the solicitation.