USCG - Response Boat, Small Third Generation (RB-S III)
Key Takeaways
- No response deadline specified - contact the agency for details
- Set-aside for Small Business businesses
- Work to be performed in WASHINGTON, DC
- Industry: Boat Building
Contract Details
- Notice ID
- USCG-RB-S-III-2026
- Opportunity Type
- Presolicitation
- Sub-Agency
- US COAST GUARD
- Office
- HQ CONTRACT OPERATIONS (CG-912)(000
- Posted Date
- Friday, August 28, 2026
- Response Deadline
- Not specified
- NAICS Code
- 336612 - Boat Building
- PSC Code
- 1940
- Set-Aside
- Small Business Set Aside - Total
- Place of Performance
- WASHINGTON, DC, 20593
- Status
- Active
Description
The United States Coast Guard (USCG) has an upcoming requirement to design, build, test, and deliver the Response Boat, Small Third Generation (RB-S III). This acquisition recapitalizes the aging fleet of 29-foot Response Boat-Small Second Generation (RB-S II) platforms approaching their end of service life. The contractor will provide the boats, trailers, full logistics support, technical documentation, configuration management, and supply support. The RB-S III will be a commercial product designed to execute multiple missions, including Search and Rescue (SAR); Ports, Waterways, and Coastal Security (PWCS); Migrant Interdiction (MI); and Other Law Enforcement (OLE). The Government anticipates procuring up to 400 RB-S III boats for the USCG and an additional 100 modified RB-S III variants
Why This Opportunity Matters
HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF is actively seeking qualified contractors for boat building with a set-aside for Small Business businesses in WASHINGTON, DC. This set-aside designation means eligible businesses face reduced competition from larger firms.
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