MTU ENGINE OVERHAUL PARTS
HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US COAST GUARD.CG-SEA-C23 · Response deadline: Sat, 31 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The U.S. Coast Guard is seeking parts for MTU engine overhauls. MTU diesel engines are widely used in marine propulsion applications, including Coast Guard cutters and patrol vessels. Engine overhaul parts typically include components such as pistons, cylinder liners, bearings, gaskets, fuel system components, and other items needed to restore engine performance during major maintenance cycles.
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation, meaning the notice serves as both the announcement of the requirement and the invitation to submit offers. see the solicitation for the complete parts list, quantities, and any applicable technical specifications or approved part numbers.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard (CG-SEA-C23) |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | 70ZU0327Q60306Y00 |
| NAICS | 333618 |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside - Total |
| Response deadline | October 31, 2026 at 10:00 AM ET |
| Place of performance | Curtis Bay, MD |
Who can bid
This opportunity is set aside exclusively for small businesses under the Small Business Set Aside - Total program. Your firm must qualify as small under NAICS 333618 (Other Engine Equipment Manufacturing), which generally applies to manufacturing parts and accessories for internal combustion engines. The Coast Guard will not consider offers from other than small business concerns.
To bid, you must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) with active status and have the appropriate NAICS code in your profile. If your business is veteran-owned, woman-owned, or located in a HUBZone, you may also want to ensure these certifications are current in SAM, though the solicitation does not specify additional socioeconomic set-asides beyond the small business requirement.
How to put together a competitive bid
Marine engine parts solicitations typically require attention to several areas:
Technical compliance: Coast Guard vessels operate in demanding conditions; parts may need to meet specific military or marine-grade specifications. Verify whether the solicitation requires original equipment manufacturer (OEM) parts, or if approved alternates are acceptable. see the solicitation for part number and interchangeability requirements.
Traceability and certification: Government procurement of engine components often requires material certifications, test reports, or traceability documentation back to the manufacturer. Prepare your quality documentation in advance.
Past performance: If you have supplied MTU or similar marine engine parts to federal, commercial marine, or heavy-duty industrial customers, be ready to document this experience. The Coast Guard may evaluate relevant past performance.
Delivery and packaging: With performance specified at Curtis Bay, Maryland—the site of the Coast Guard's major shipyard facility—consider logistics for dockside or warehouse delivery. Marine parts often require protective packaging against corrosion during transit and storage.
Pricing strategy: Review your supply chain for MTU parts or compatible components. Small business set-asides can reduce competition, but government buyers still expect fair and reasonable pricing. Consider whether you can source through authorized distributors or maintain adequate inventory for the required delivery schedule.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number 70ZU0327Q60306Y00 — this notice summary does not contain the detailed parts list, quantities, or special clauses.
Confirm your SAM registration is active and your business profile includes NAICS 333618.
Note the firm deadline: October 31, 2026 at 10:00 AM Eastern Time. Late submissions will not be considered.
Contact the contracting officer listed in the SAM posting with any questions about technical requirements or evaluation criteria well before the deadline.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →