Commandant (G-ACS-2A), U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters, 2100 Second Street SW., Washington, DC 20593-0001

19 -- SELF PROPELLED BARGE SOL DTCG23-95-B-590101 DUE 042494 POC Contact: Mr. Wilbert Mann, Ph: (202) 267-6926; Contracting Officer: Brenda M. Peterson, Ph: (202) 267-6926 The U.S. Coast Guard has a requirement for a commercial Self Propelled Barge that with minimum effort, can be modified to meet the Coast Guard specific requirements of the short range aids (SRA) system in inland rivers of Alabama Florida, and Georgia. The intent is to use a hull that has already been developed, and add options such as deckhouse, pilothouse, crane, Aids to Navigation (AtoN) handling equipment and spuds. The barges will be used to establish, maintain, and replace buoys; overhaul and inspect buoy mooring systems; conduct depth contour surveys; provide logistical support for maintenance of fixed navigation and shore structures; and transport maintenance crews to and from riverbanks. The requirement consists of a base quantity of three barges with options for two additional barges. The barge shall be between 60 ft to 65 ft in length and have a beam of 30 ft or less. LIFT & CARGO CAPACITY REQUIREMENT: The barge must be capable of lifting 4,500 lbs at the deck's edge. The barge must be able to transport 30,000 lbs of AtoN equipment. The barge must have a minimum of 600 sq ft of deck space for equipment and working area. SPEED, RANGE, AND SPUD REQUIREMENTS: The barge must be capable of maintaining a speed of 10 knots for 12 hours. While fully loaded the barge must have a range of 300 nautical miles at crusing speed. The barge must have a spud down capability, such that the barge can remain stationary while setting navigation aids. To allow the barge to work under brush trees near the river's edge, spuds must be removable. HABITABILITY REQUIREMENTS: Crew facilities shall include a separate galley, an installed toilet, a shower, a wash sink, and a minimum of four permanent berths and two convertible berths which can accomodate male, female, or mixed gender crews. Facilities shall be adequate to support crew of 4 for 10 days with replenishment away from homeport. DRAFT REQUIREMENT: The barge must be maneuverable in shallow water and restricted channels. The bow must be capable of reaching areas as shallow as 2 feet. The maximum draft of the barge shall not exceed 4 feet. HULL REQUIREMENTS: The hull must be able to withstand routine intentional low impact grounding for work along side riverbanks. THIS PROCUREMENT IS A TOTAL SMALL BUSINESS SET ASIDE. It is anticipated that Invitation for Bid DTCG23-95-B-590101 will be issued on or about March 24, 1995 with bids due on or about April 24, 1995. All responses are to be submitted in writing within 30 calendar days from the date of this notice. Direct all written responses to Commandant (G-ACS-2A/WM/5208), U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters, 2100 Second Street, S.W., Washington, DC 20593-0001. All correspondence must reference Solicitation No. DTCG23-95-B-590101 and include the responding firm's name, address, point of contact name, telephone number and business status as a small or 8(a) business. Telephone transmission of this information will not be honored. For minority, women and disadvantaged business enterprises only: The DOT has a short term bonding program available which enable firms to obtain bid, payment and performance bonds up to 80 percent of the bond amount and short term loan program to provide working capital at the prime interest rate. In addition through the Historically Black Colleges and University Program, firms can receive comprehensive service and training designed to enhance their financial capabilities. For information and applicable forms, please call (202) 366-2852. (0055)

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