# OEM Caterpillar D-398 Engine Overhaul Kit

Notice 20a07c1313d64e2aac437af78af2ad6d (solicitation 52000QR270000209) from HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF, CG-SEA-C21, posted 2026-10-29, responses due 2026-11-05T20:00:00.000Z. Status: open.

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Notice ID | 20a07c1313d64e2aac437af78af2ad6d |
| Solicitation number | 52000QR270000209 |
| Type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Agency | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF |
| Sub-tier | US COAST GUARD |
| Office | CG-SEA-C21 |
| Posted | 2026-10-29T20:18:30.000Z |
| Response deadline (UTC) | 2026-11-05T20:00:00.000Z |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside - Total |
| NAICS | 333618 |
| PSC | 2895 |
| Place of performance | Newport, RI, USA |
| Award | - |

## Description

Solicitation Modification 001: The solicitation amendment is provide clarification of evaluation criteria, Questions and Answers (Q&A), and extension of solicitation closing date. 1. Evaluation Criteria- Best Value Trade-Off The Government clarifies that an award will be made using a best value trade-off approach in accordance with FAR 52.212-2. Price and non-price factors, including technical capability, technical acceptability, technical approach, proposed delivery lead times, performance risk and relevant past performance will be considered. Non-price factors when combined, are more important than price. Proposed delivery lead times will be evaluated on their feasibility, credibility, and demonstrated ability to meet the Government's requirements. The Government may select a higher-priced quotation when the technical advantages, delivery benefits, and reduced performance risk justify the price difference. Award remains on an All or none basis. Evaluation Criteria: An award will be made on a Best Value-Trade Off basis considering price and non-price factors for determination under FAR 52.212-2, Evaluation-Commercial Items. Price: The contractor shall provide pricing as requested. Any quantity price discounts and discounts for prompt payment should be included in this section. The offeror’s quotation will be evaluated using one or more of the techniques defined in FAR 12.204, in order to determine if it is fair and reasonable. Technical Acceptability: Technical Acceptability will be evaluated to determine an overall rating of “acceptable” or “unacceptable”. Technical Acceptability will be evaluated on the ability of the offeror to provide new manufactured commercial items. The United States Coast Guard (USCG) requires the following items on a competitive basis. Technical Capability: Technical capability will be evaluated to determine whether the offeror demonstrates the necessary technical knowledge, qualifications, experience to perform the required work, component availability, sourcing capability, and any identified exceptions to the requirement. Delivery and Performance Risk: Proposed delivery schedules, availability of critical components, and the performance risk of unsuccessful or delayed performance will be evaluated to assess the likelihood that the offeror can successfully perform the required work in accordance with the overall solicitation requirements, delivery schedule deadline, and technical specifications. Relevant Past Performance: involves work that is similar to the solicited requirement in scope, magnitude, complexity, technical characteristics, and operational environment, and that was performed within the period specified in this solicitation. The Government will evaluate the degree of relevance and the quality of the offeror’s performance to assess confidence in the offeror’s likelihood of successful performance. Technical approach is the offeror’s proposed method for meeting the solicitation’s technical, performance, and delivery requirements. It demonstrates the offeror’s understanding of the requirement and the practicality and effectiveness of its plan to perform the work or provide the required supplies and services. The Government will evaluate the soundness, completeness, feasibility, and credibility of the proposed technical approach and the extent to which it demonstrates a likelihood of successful performance. *Proposed delivery lead times will be evaluated as part of the technical approach. The Government will assess whether the proposed lead times are feasible, credible, and adequately supported by the offeror’s proposed methods, resources, capacity, supply-chain strategy, schedule, and demonstrated ability to meet the Government’s requirements. Failure to provide sufficient detail regarding technical capability, relevant past performance, delivery and performance risk, technical approach, or original equipment manufacturer (OEM) authorization documentation may result in the quotation being determined technically unacceptable and ineligible for award consideration. 2. Questions and Answers (Q&A) An attached Q&A document (52000QR270000209 Q and A) addresses inquiries received from interested vendors regarding discontinued or difficult-to-source parts identified in the SOW. * The serial number for the SSDG is 66R09856. 3. Revised Solicitation Closing Date The solicitation closing date is hereby extended November 5th, 2026 at 3:00PM Eastern Standard Time (EST). All other terms and conditions remain unchanged. The solicitation and any subsequent amendments will be posted to SAM.gov. It is the responsibility of interested vendors to monitor the solicitation site for any amendments or additional information pertaining to this requirement. Failure to acknowledge or incorporate applicable proposal amendments may result in a quotation being determind unacceptable or ineligible for award. End of Solicitation Modification 001. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Due to compatibility, standardization, and lifecycle support considerations, only CATERPILLAR brand name here products or services are acceptable for this requirement. Substitutions will not be considered. Only authorized vendors of OEM, CATERPILLAR may provide parts, labor, or services under this requirement. To expedite the evaluation and award process, offerors are highly encouraged to submit proof of authorized source status, such as a valid Letter of Authorization (LOA) from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM CATERPILLAR), with their initial quotation. If not submitted with the initial quotation, the Government reserves the right to request it during evaluations. The apparent successful offeror must provide a valid LOA prior to contract award. Authorized status will be evaluated strictly as a matter of contractor responsibility in accordance with FAR Subpart 9.1. Failure to provide a valid LOA upon request prior to award will

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