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UNITED STATES COAST GUARD KETCHIKAN ALASKA NEW CARPET INSTALLATION

HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US COAST GUARD.BASE KETCHIKAN · Response deadline: Fri, 13 Nov 2026

What the government is buying

The U.S. Coast Guard Base Ketchikan is procuring new carpet installation services for its facility in Ketchikan, Alaska. NAICS 238330 covers Flooring Contractors, which includes the installation, repair, and replacement of carpet and other floor materials in commercial and institutional buildings. This type of work typically involves removing existing flooring, preparing subfloors, installing new carpet products, and ensuring compliance with building codes and manufacturer specifications. Federal facility flooring projects often require adherence to specific durability, warranty, and performance standards given the high-traffic nature of Coast Guard operations. See the solicitation for exact square footage, carpet specifications, removal requirements, and any phased installation schedule.

Key facts

Who can bid

This opportunity is open to all responsible sources—no small business set-aside applies. Any qualified flooring contractor, regardless of size, may submit an offer. However, businesses must be registered in SAM.gov, have an active Unique Entity ID, and possess the necessary technical qualifications to perform commercial flooring installation. Given the remote Alaska location, consider whether your firm can meet bonding, insurance, and logistical requirements typical for federal projects in geographically isolated areas. Small businesses may still compete, but they will face competition from larger firms. If you are a small business in NAICS 238330, verify your size standard status in SAM.gov to understand your competitive position.

How to put together a competitive bid

For federal flooring contracts, focus on these elements:

• Pricing structure: Itemize labor, materials, removal/disposal, and any travel or freight costs to Ketchikan. Alaska procurement often involves significant logistics expenses—account for barge, air freight, or extended mobilization if your firm is not Alaska-based.
• Past performance: Include relevant federal, commercial, or institutional carpet installation projects, especially in maritime, military, or remote locations. Emphasize on-time completion and minimal disruption of occupied facilities.
• Technical approach: Describe your installation methodology, crew qualifications, moisture testing protocols, and adherence to Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI) installation standards. Address how you will handle existing furniture, equipment, and Coast Guard operations continuity.
• Product compliance: Federal facilities may require specific carpet types—low-VOC emissions, stain-resistant fibers, or particular backing systems. See the solicitation for exact specifications and warranty requirements.
• Schedule certainty: Propose a realistic timeline that accounts for Alaska weather constraints and potential supply chain delays. Coast Guard bases typically cannot fully vacate operational spaces, so phased work plans may be advantageous.

Next steps

1. Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number UNITEDSTATESCOASTGUARDKETCHNEWCARPET to obtain the complete statement of work, deliverables schedule, evaluation criteria, and contract clauses.
2. Verify your SAM.gov registration is active and includes NAICS 238330.
3. Note the firm response deadline: November 13, 2026, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time—late submissions will not be considered.
4. Evaluate site visit requirements or pre-bid conferences listed in the solicitation, which are common for installation work and especially valuable given Ketchikan's remote location.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →