Notice of Intent to Sole-Source Pier-Side and Underway Training Vessels

Notice of Intent to Sole-Source Pier-Side and Underway Training Vessels Description SPECIAL NOTICE: The Department of Homeland Security, United States Coast Guard, Operational Logistics Command (LOG-94) intends to award one (1) sole source purchase order on a basis of other than full and open competition (under FAR authority 6.302) to Hornblower Yachts LLC for Training Vessels needed for USCG MSRTW, CA for Training essential to operations per scope of work (SOW) that include the following:

1. USCG MSRTW Pier-Side and Underway Training vessels: The contract period of performance is:

03/17/2026 to 04/09/2026 The contractor will provide all services per SOW. This purchase will be made utilizing Simplified Acquisition Procedures in accordance with: Federal Regulation {FAR) Part 13.106-l(b) for purchases not exceeding the simplified acquisition threshold of $250,000. This sole source is pursuant to 10 U.S.C. 2304{c){l) implemented by the FAR Subpart 6.302-1 entitled "Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements".

The NAICS Code for this procurement is 488390 Other Support Activities for Water Transportation. The procurement type will be a firm fixed price. THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE QUOTES/PROPOSALS AND NO SOLICITATION IS AVAILABLE. Questions concerning this announcement should be directed to the Contract Officer using the e-mail link provided. Telephone requests for information or questions will NOT be accepted.

Additionally, any response to this notice must show clear, compelling, and convincing evidence that competition will be advantageous to the government. The intent of this notice is for informational purposes only. Please email requests or questions to Elizabeth Tam-Hurley at the following e-mail address: Elizabeth.h.tam-hurley@uscg.mil.