How to bid on replacing potable water valves for the US Coast Guard

What the Coast Guard is buying

The US Coast Guard needs a small business to replace two potable water gate valves at Air Station Clearwater, Florida. This is a firm fixed-price construction contract.

The work schedule is Monday through Friday, with service to potable water valves beginning at 3:00 PM EST. Weekend service may be considered with approval from the Coast Guard Command and Contracting Officer. This timing is set to avoid shutting down potable water during normal working hours at the Air Station.

Key dates and deadlines

The solicitation was published on July 16, 2026. Questions about the work must be sent via email by July 31, 2026. Quotes are due by August 14, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET.

The Coast Guard anticipates making an award approximately 10 business days after the solicitation closes, around August 28, 2026. Work is expected to start no later than 10 business days after the award is made.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is set aside for small businesses. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard (NAICS) code is 238220, Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors, with a size standard of $19.0 million.

The contract will be awarded using simplified acquisition procedures. The government will select the responsible proposer whose offer is most advantageous, based on the Lowest Price, Technically Acceptable criteria.

How to respond

Quotes must be emailed to [email protected] by the deadline. Telephone requests for quotes will not be accepted. Any formal changes to the solicitation will be issued on Sam.Gov.

A site visit is highly recommended and encouraged to verify requirements and speak with unit personnel. A site visit is scheduled for Tuesday, July 28th, at 10:30 AM. Vendors must coordinate attendance with CWO Joe Calderon or MKC Mike Hemmingway and ensure personnel have a government-issued ID for access.

Vendors must be registered in SAM (System for Award Management) with an “ACTIVE” status prior to the close of this solicitation and before an award can be made. You will need to provide your company’s tax ID information and UEI number.

Tips for a competitive response

Carefully review the Scope of Work (SOW) to ensure your proposal fully addresses all requirements for replacing the potable water gate valves. Pay close attention to the specified work hours and any potential for weekend work.

Since this is a Lowest Price, Technically Acceptable award, ensure your pricing is competitive while still meeting all technical specifications. Clearly demonstrate your firm's capability to perform the required construction services.

Attend the recommended site visit. This is a valuable opportunity to understand the project conditions firsthand, ask questions, and clarify any ambiguities directly with the unit personnel. This can help you prepare a more accurate and competitive bid.