How to bid on generator removal and disposal for US Coast Guard Air Station Savannah

What the Coast Guard is buying

The US Coast Guard needs a small business to remove and dispose of an old emergency generator and its automatic transfer switch at Building 830, Air Station Savannah, Georgia. This is a firm fixed-price purchase order.

This opportunity is a 100% set-aside for small businesses, making it suitable for smaller firms in the equipment removal and disposal sector.

Key dates and deadlines

The solicitation was published on July 24, 2026. All questions about the solicitation must be submitted in writing by 11:00 AM EST on August 17, 2026. Questions submitted after this deadline will not be answered.

Quotes are due by 11:00 AM EST on August 19, 2026. Quotes submitted via mail or telephone will not be accepted; they must be emailed.

Who this opportunity suits

This contract is set aside for small businesses. The relevant NAICS code is 238210, with a size standard of $19 million. This opportunity is for firms experienced in the removal and disposal of large equipment, specifically generators and transfer switches.

A site visit is required for prospective bidders to inspect the work and verify the scope. Failure to conduct a site visit does not relieve bidders of responsibility for estimating the work accurately.

How to respond

To access the solicitation, click “View original source” above. If you land on the portal’s homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view documents.

You must download and review all attachments, including the Statement of Work (SOW), Service Contract Act Wage Determination, SF-1449 RFQ, and applicable provisions and clauses. Read the entire package carefully.

Quotes must include a detailed breakdown of estimated labor and material costs, and clearly display your Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and Tax Identification Number (TIN). Your UEI must be active on SAM.gov. In addition to the SF-1449, provide a brief technical proposal demonstrating your understanding of the SOW and your approach to fulfilling requirements. Submit your quote via email to [email protected] by the deadline.

Tips for a competitive response

Schedule your required site visit promptly by emailing LCDR Dan Blaich at [email protected] or Billy Hopkins at [email protected] during business hours. This visit is crucial for understanding the project scope and preparing an accurate bid.

Ensure your technical proposal clearly demonstrates your understanding of the Statement of Work and outlines a practical approach. The evaluation process is Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA), meaning your proposal must meet all technical requirements and offer the lowest price among technically acceptable bids.

Submit any questions in writing by the deadline to [email protected], including the solicitation number in the subject line. This ensures you receive official clarification, which will be posted for all vendors to see.