How to bid on Station Umpqua River Floating Dock Repair for the U.S. Coast Guard

What the Coast Guard is buying

The U.S. Coast Guard needs a contractor to repair a floating pier at Station Umpqua River in Winchester Bay, Oregon. This project involves installing new wooden whalers, through rods, associated hardware, and roller hoops. The work is expected to be completed by October 14, 2026, within an estimated performance period of September 21 to October 22, 2026.

This is a firm-fixed-price purchase order. Businesses specializing in heavy and civil engineering construction, particularly those with experience in marine structures, should consider this opportunity.

Key dates and deadlines

A mandatory site visit is scheduled for August 27, 2026, at 10:00 AM Pacific Time. You must email Michelle Myhra at [email protected] with your attendee list by August 26, 2026, at 12:00 PM Pacific Time to schedule your attendance. No late requests will be accepted, and no additional site visits will be scheduled.

All questions about the solicitation must be submitted in writing via email to Michelle Myhra at [email protected] by September 4, 2026, at 3:00 PM Pacific Time. Include the solicitation RFQ number 70Z03326QSEAT0015 in the subject line. Responses to questions will be uploaded for all vendors.

Proposals are due by September 14, 2026, at 3:00 PM Pacific Time. Late submissions will not be considered. Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) prior to any award.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for contractors in the 'Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction' category (NAICS code 237990). Firms with expertise in marine construction, pier repair, and installation of wooden and metal structural components for floating docks are well-suited.

Given the mandatory site visit and specific technical requirements, this bid favors experienced contractors who can accurately assess the scope of work on-site and propose a detailed, executable plan.

How to respond

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Your proposal must be submitted via email to Michelle Myhra at [email protected] with the solicitation RFQ number 70Z03326QSEAT0015 in the subject line. Do not include extraneous materials like marketing brochures.

The complete submission must not exceed 6 pages and must include: a completed and signed SF 1442, a detailed 2-page maximum price breakdown, a 2-page maximum technical proposal, and a 1-page maximum for references. The price breakdown must separate costs for mobilization, site prep, demobilization, materials and equipment, and direct labor. The technical proposal must detail your approach, including a step-by-step description of work and a project schedule showing completion by October 14, 2026.

Tips for a competitive response

Attend the mandatory site visit. This is crucial for understanding the exact conditions and scope of work, which will enable you to provide an accurate and competitive proposal. Failure to attend will disqualify your bid.

Pay close attention to the page limits and content requirements for each section of your proposal. The Coast Guard explicitly states that extraneous documents will not be evaluated and may count against your page limits. Ensure your pricing breakdown is detailed and clearly separates the requested cost categories.

For your technical proposal, avoid simply restating the Statement of Work. Instead, provide a clear, concise narrative that demonstrates your understanding and ability to meet the requirements. Detail your specific methods, resources, and management techniques. Your project schedule must show completion by October 14, 2026, within the specified performance period.