USCGC STRATTON HATCH RENEW
HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US COAST GUARD.CG-SEA-C22 · Response deadline: Thu, 29 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The U.S. Coast Guard is soliciting work for "USCGC STRATTON HATCH RENEW" — a renewal project for hatches aboard Coast Guard Cutter Stratton, a Legend-class national security cutter homeported in Alameda, California. This is a combined synopsis and solicitation, meaning the notice serves as both an announcement of the opportunity and the formal request for bids.
NAICS code 336611 indicates this falls under Ship Building and Repairing, a sector encompassing maintenance, overhaul, and component replacement for vessels. Hatches are critical safety and operational components on cutters, providing watertight integrity, access between decks, and protection for cargo or equipment spaces. Hatch renewal work typically involves removal of deteriorated units, fabrication or procurement of replacements, and installation to meet marine classification standards.
Legend-class cutters like Stratton (WMSL-752) are the Coast Guard's largest patrol cutters, designed for extended operations including law enforcement, search and rescue, and homeland security missions. Vessel-specific repair contracts require contractors familiar with Coast Guard technical specifications and shipyard safety protocols.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard (CG-SEA-C22) |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | 70ZU0227Q0000200 |
| NAICS | 336611 — Ship Building and Repairing |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside — Total |
| Response deadline | October 29, 2026 at 8:00 AM Pacific Time |
| Place of performance | Alameda, CA |
Who can bid
This contract is set aside exclusively for small businesses under NAICS 336611. To qualify, your business must meet the Small Business Administration's size standard for this industry: currently 1,300 employees for ship building and repairing operations. You must also be registered in SAM.gov and active at the time of award.
Given the vessel-specific nature of this work, experienced marine repair contractors with Coast Guard or Navy ship repair credentials will be most competitive. The Alameda, California location strongly suggests the contractor must perform work at Coast Guard Island, where Stratton is based. Contractors should confirm whether the contract requires access to the cutter at its berth or if components may be removed and worked off-site.
How to put together a competitive bid
Demonstrate marine repair expertise. Highlight previous ship hatch replacement or renewal projects, especially on Coast Guard, Navy, or similarly regulated vessels. Include welder certifications (typically AWS D1.1 or D3.6 for marine applications) and any NAVSEA or Coast Guard technical authority qualifications.
Address the specific vessel. USCGC Stratton has unique requirements as a national security cutter. Research Stratton's specifications through public sources and reference your understanding of Legend-class configurations. Specify how you will coordinate with the Coast Guard's engineering and logistics team for hatch removal and installation scheduling.
Price strategically for small business competitiveness. Total small business set-asides attract strong competition from experienced marine contractors. Ensure your pricing accounts for Alameda-area labor rates, potential drydock or pier-side access costs, and Coast Guard security clearance requirements for personnel.
Verify bonding and insurance capacity. Ship repair contracts typically require performance and payment bonds. Confirm your surety capacity can support the contract value (see the solicitation for specific requirements).
Plan for submission timeline. With approximately six days between posting and deadline, act immediately to request the full solicitation package if not already accessed.
Next steps
Access the full solicitation immediately at SAM.gov using solicitation number 70ZU0227Q0000200 — the deadline is October 29, 2026, 8:00 AM Pacific Time.
Review all technical specifications, clauses, and deliverables in the solicitation; hatch renewal scope details, inspection requirements, and warranty terms are not included in this notice metadata.
Confirm your SAM.gov registration is current and your business profile reflects NAICS 336611 and small business status.
Submit questions through theSAM.gov solicitation Q&A function if any requirements need clarification — allow time for agency responses before the deadline.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →