How to bid on Front Gate Repair for USCG Charleston

What the Coast Guard is buying

The U.S. Coast Guard needs a contractor to repair the front gate at Base Charleston, located at 196 Tradd St., Charleston, South Carolina. This is a firm-fixed-price purchase order.

This opportunity is set aside for small businesses under NAICS code 238210, which covers electrical contractors and other wiring installation contractors. If your business performs this type of work, this could be a suitable contract.

Key dates and deadlines

The solicitation was published on July 31, 2026. All questions regarding this solicitation must be submitted in writing to [email protected] by 11:00 AM EST on August 18, 2026. Questions submitted after this deadline will not be answered.

All quotes must be submitted via email to [email protected] by 11:00 AM EST on August 18, 2026. Quotes submitted by mail or telephone will not be accepted. The government intends to award the contract to a single contractor based on the lowest price technically acceptable proposal.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is specifically for small businesses that perform electrical work or similar gate repair services. The NAICS code is 238210, with a size standard of $19 million. Vendors should have experience with gate systems and the ability to perform repairs at a government facility.

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

How to respond

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

You must schedule a site visit by emailing Cody Wood, CWO at [email protected] between 8:00 AM and 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday. All questions must be submitted in writing to [email protected] by the deadline. Ensure your Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) is active and updated on SAM.gov, as this is mandatory for doing business with the Coast Guard.

Your quote must include a detailed breakdown of estimated labor and material costs, and clearly display your UEI and Tax Identification Number (TIN). In addition to submitting your bid on the SF-1449 form, you must provide a technical proposal that demonstrates your understanding of the Statement of Work and describes your approach to fulfilling all requirements. Email your complete quote to [email protected] by the deadline.

Tips for a competitive response

Carefully review the Statement of Work (SOW) and all attachments, including the Service Contract Act Wage Determination, SF-1449, and applicable Provisions and Clauses. Your technical proposal should directly address each requirement in the SOW, showing a clear understanding of the project.

Since this is a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation, ensure your pricing is competitive while still allowing you to meet all technical requirements. Double-check that your UEI is active and correctly listed, as an inactive registration can lead to your bid being rejected. Submit your quote well before the deadline to avoid any last-minute technical issues with email submission.