The agency is gauging market interest. No bid is being requested yet — submitting a capabilities statement may put you on the radar for the eventual solicitation.
The USCG needs a small business to provide comprehensive AIS, VHF-FM voice, and DSC services for designated regions of Alaska.
Key Details
The USCG needs a comprehensive Automatic Identification System (AIS), VHF-FM voice, and Digital Selective Calling (DSC) services, 24/7, for designated regions of Alaska. The goal is to augment existing USCG infrastructure, address coverage gaps, and ensure reliable maritime communications. Core services include: AIS Data Reception: Continuous collection and delivery of AIS data. AIS Message Transmission: Shore-to-ship transmission of safety messages and virtual Aids to Navigation (AtoN). VHF-FM Voice Communications: Extending VHF Channel 16 coverage. DSC Data Communications: Extending DSC Channel 70 coverage.
- What exactly do they need? The contractor must provide services for key Alaskan ports and regions, extending coverage offshore to 20nm for VHF/DSC and 2000nm for AIS. The contractor must maintain high operational availability: 96% for AIS systems and 98% for VHF/DSC sites. The contractor must ensure timely data delivery (96% of AIS messages in under 2 seconds), support all standard message types, and provide continuous monitoring of emergency channels.
- What's the contract structure and timeline? The notice doesn't say.
- How will they pick the winner? The notice doesn't say.
- When and how do you bid? The notice doesn't say.
Who can apply
- Any certified small business may apply.
If you're interested, do this first
- Check that your small business certification is still active in SAM.gov.