How to bid on security fence construction for the US Coast Guard at Clearwater, FL

What the Coast Guard is buying

The US Coast Guard requires construction services to install a new security fence at its Air Station in Clearwater, Florida. This project involves removing about 400 feet of existing fence and installing approximately 270 feet of new 8-foot industrial fence with barbed wire. The scope also includes a large non-powered gate with a cypher lock, wide enough for a commercial lawn mower, and a 26-foot wide powered gate with a pin pad for entry and exit.

This is a firm-fixed-price construction contract, specifically set aside for small businesses. The government intends to award the contract using simplified acquisition procedures to the responsible proposer with the lowest price and technically acceptable offer.

Key dates and deadlines

The solicitation was published on July 14, 2026. Quotes must be received by August 14, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET. Questions about the work must be submitted via email by July 31, 2026, at close of business. Answers will be posted as an amendment to the solicitation.

A site visit is highly recommended and scheduled for Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at 10:30 AM. Vendors should coordinate their attendance with the unit personnel listed in the solicitation. The anticipated award date is August 28, 2026, with work expected to start no later than 10 business days after the award is made.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for small businesses specializing in specialty trade contracting, particularly those with experience in fence installation and security gate systems. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard (NAICS) code is 238990, "All Other Specialty Trade Contractors," with a size standard of $19.0 million.

Vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) with an "ACTIVE" status and have the relevant NAICS codes listed in their registration before the solicitation closes and before an award can be made.

How to respond

This announcement serves as the only solicitation; no separate written solicitation will be issued. Quotes should be emailed to [email protected] by the deadline. Telephone requests for quotes will not be accepted.

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Tips for a competitive response

Given the "Lowest Price, Technically Acceptable" evaluation criteria, ensure your quote is competitive on price while clearly demonstrating your technical capability to meet all requirements outlined in the Statement of Work. Pay close attention to the details regarding fence specifications, gate types, and access control.

Attending the highly recommended site visit on July 29, 2026, is crucial. This will allow you to field verify requirements, understand site conditions, and speak with unit personnel, which can help in preparing an accurate and competitive bid. Ensure personnel attending have a government-issued ID for access.

Review all incorporated FAR and HSAR clauses, especially those related to construction, labor standards, and socioeconomic requirements like limitations on subcontracting. Ensure your company's tax ID and UEI number are included in your offer, and that your SAM registration is active and includes the correct NAICS codes.