NOAA / USCG Recapitalization Project ( Design - Build )

2026-11-03

This Sources Sought Notice is issued formarket research purposes onlyand does not constitute a Request for Proposal or Quotation . It does not commit the Government to award a contract , nor will the Government reimburse any costs associated with responding to this announcement or any follow - up information requests . This notice in no way obligates the Government to any further action . The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA ) is publicizing this Sources Sought Notice solely to conduct market research and identify qualified Design - Build firms for the recapitalization of the U . S . Coast Guard ( USCG ) CGC Storis Homeport in Juneau , Alaska at 345 Egan Drive , Juneau , Alaska 99802 . This is a Sources Sought notice only , for preliminary planning purposes , and is not a solicitation for proposals ( SF - 330 , SF - 1442 , or otherwise ). The estimated range for this project is $ 125 million to $ 200 million . REQUIREMENT : This notice is issued by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ’ s ( NOAA ) Acquisition and Grants Office ( AGO ), Eastern Acquisition Division ( EAD ) in support of the U . S . Coast Guard through the Office of Marine and Aviation Operations ( OMAO ). This project is the complete Design - Build ( D - B ) recapitalization of the USCG Base Juneau waterfront to support concurrently berthing up to three ( 3 ) USCG vessels . This includes homeporting of the CGCStorisand visiting USCG Cutters , berthed on opposite sides of a new floating pier . One smaller vessel from the USCG , NOAA , or another agency that will be berthed along the new wharf . All utility demands , including electrical power , berthing , and mooring systems shall be designed using the CGCStorisrequirements as the threshold . CURRENT ACQUISITION STRATEGY : The Government currently anticipates awarding a single firm fixed price ( FFP ) Design - Build contract in accordance with FAR Parts 15 and 36 . NAICS CODE / SIZE STANDARD : The applicable NAICS Code is 237990 , Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction , and the size standard is $ 39 . 5M . SCOPE OF WORK : The existing USCG Juneau waterfront facilities are severely degraded and have exceeded their service life . The project requires full Design - Build replacement of marine and shoreside structures , utilities , and support systems . Design - Build RequirementsThe Design - Build contractor will be responsible for all design services , engineering disciplines , labor , field supervision , testing , commissioning , equipment , materials , and all other services required to deliver a complete and functional waterfront facility that meets all of the USCG ’ s requirements . The Design - Build contractor shall also perform all geotechnical investigations , including marine borings , soil sampling , and testing required to support the final design and construction of the facility . Any Government provided design , or data is included for information only , and while it is considered to represent site conditions existing on the project site , it is not guaranteed to fully and accurately represent all conditions . Contractors will be responsible for accurately identifying and verifying all designs , data , or other information provided . If required , provide the services to conduct any and all necessary subsurface exploration , investigation , testing , and analysis that the Designer of Record deems necessary for the design and construction of the proposed facility and site improvement . The Design - Build contractor will also perform both a coastal report study and mooring analysis to support the final design and construction of the new floating piers and wharf . The design life of the new structures must be at least 50 years , with the objective of completing seismic - structural upgrades , fire and life safety , and mechanical , electrical , and plumbing work such that no additional capital level investments are required for at least 20 years after construction completion . Marine Structures and DemolitionDemolition of the existing timber wharf , piles , utilities , and appurtenances . New wharf to replace the timber wharf , including a modernized system capable of supporting vessel mooring , utilities , and USCG operational loading . Design and construct a new floating pier up to 80 ft . wide by 560 ft . long for vessel docking . The pier will be specifically engineered to withstand the demanding conditions of the Gastineau Channel , including major tidal fluctuations , seismic events , and strong Taku wind events . New access trestle / gangway supporting vehicle , equipment , and personnel access , including utilities distribution out to the new floating pier . Existing Retaining WallRepair and rehabilitation of the existing concrete retaining wall , addressing voids and undermining caused by tidal - driven erosion beneath the existing timber wharf . Integration of the repaired wall with the new wharf , using appropriate supporting elements to achieve the required wharf depth and operational capacity . Marine and Upland UtilitiesPotable waterSewerElectrical power distribution and emergency backup powerCommunications , IT , and network servicesFire protection and life safetySite and pier lighting , access control , and safety / security featuresSite and Civil WorksExcavation , disposal , fill , grading , utilities , paving , striping , parking , gates , security fencing , and all other appurtenances to support the recapitalized facility . Optional Bid ItemsThe project will also include two optional bid items . The inclusion of these options in the final contract award is contingent upon the availability of funds and competitive pricing .( 1 ) New Covered Small Boat Floating Pier and Mooring : This option involves the design and construction of a new covered mooring facility to support the Coast Guard Sector Juneau ' s small boat complement . This includes : Constructing a covered mooring to accommodate two ( 2 ) 45 - foot Response Boat - Medium ( RB - M ) and one ( 1 ) 29 - foot Response Boat – Small ( RB - S ) at the Station ’ s moorage .( 2 ) Existing Building Renovations : This option includes renovations , modifications , upgrades , and recapitalization of existing buildings on the USCG Juneau waterfront campus . PLACE OF PERFORMANCE : The place of performance will be USCG Base Juneau , 345 Egan Drive Juneau , Alaska 99802 . ESTIMATED MAGNITUDE OF REQUIREMENT : The estimated magnitude is more than $ 100 million in accordance with FAR 36 . 204 . More precisely , the Government estimates the full DB requirement , inclusive of all options , to be between $ 125 million to $ 200 millionPAYMENT AND PERFORMANCE BONDS : The Government will include FAR clause 52 . 228 - 15Payment and Performance Bondsin the solicitation and resulting contract . The successful offeror will be required to provide 100 % payment and performance bonds . Given the possibility of change orders during contract administration , interested parties must demonstrate bonding capacity to $ 225 million . ANTICIPATED AWARD : Q3 / Q4 FY 2026SUBMISSION OF INFORMATION : All interested parties are invited to complete the attached Google Form , as well as submit a letter confirming bonding capacity from their surety via email to jana . kolb @ noaa . gov and amy . l . mcliverty @ noaa . gov . All submissions shall be uploaded to the link provided below no later than 16 January 2026 at 4 PM EDT . Interested small business parties may contact jana . kolb @ noaa . gov and amy . mcliverty @ noaa . gov with any questions . No additional attachments or pages will be considered by the government ( i . e . the Government willnotconsider capability statements or other material outside of the Google Form submission ). Google Form : https :// docs . google . com / forms / d / e / 1FAIpQLSdWAyR0BQkDk4LtcL8bfBSNnYnImjDqP - tnVt03j_yDn76Rmw / viewform ? usp = dialog

Alaska

2026-03-27