Project Information

Bid Title

Request for Information (RFI): USCG Nationwide Automatic Identification System (NAIS) Support Services in Alaska

Issuing Agency

HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF

Location

West Virginia

Published Date

Jul 30, 2026

Closing Date

Aug 5, 2026

Government Level

Federal

Status

Closed

Ref. #

70Z0G326QOIPL0003

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Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)

Project Description

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Request for Information (RFI): USCG Nationwide Automatic Identification System (NAIS) Support Services in Alaska

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Notice ID

70Z0G326QOIPL0003

Related Notice

Department/Ind. Agency

HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF

Sub-tier

US COAST GUARD

Office

C5I DIVISION 2 KEARNEYSVILLE

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General Information View Changes

• Contract Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (Updated)
• Updated Published Date: Jul 30, 2026 08:48 am EDT
• Original Published Date: Jul 10, 2026 02:54 pm EDT
• Updated Response Date: Aug 05, 2026 03:00 pm EDT
• Original Response Date: Jul 28, 2026 03:00 pm EDT
• Inactive Policy: 15 days after response date
• Updated Inactive Date: Aug 20, 2026
• Original Inactive Date: Aug 12, 2026
• Initiative:
  • None

Classification View Changes

• Original Set Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
• Product Service Code: V125 - TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL/RELOCATION- TRANSPORTATION: VESSEL TOWING
• NAICS Code:
  • 488330 - Navigational Services to Shipping
• Place of Performance:
  Kearneysville , WV
  USA

Description View Changes

*Amendment 02:This RFI has been extended until 3:00pm, EST, Wednesday 05 August 2026.

*Amendment 02: The NAICS Code has been revised.

*Amendment 01: This RFI has been extended until 3:00pm, EST, Friday 31 July 2026.

*Amendment 01: The NAICS Code has been revised.

The United States Coast Guard (USCG) seeks 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.

Key Performance & Technical Requirements:

• Coverage: The contractor must provide services for key Alaskan ports and regions, extending coverage offshore to 20nm for VHF/DSC and 2000nm for AIS.


• System Availability: Maintain high operational availability: 96% for AIS systems and 98% for VHF/DSC sites.


• Data & Communication: Ensure timely data delivery (96% of AIS messages in under 2 seconds), support all standard message types, and provide continuous monitoring of emergency channels.


• Security & Compliance: Adhere to rigorous security protocols, including achieving formal IT Security Accreditation, ensuring personnel meet DHS/DoD cybersecurity standards, implementing Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM), and guaranteeing secure data handling and system decommissioning.

Performance Expectations:

The contractor must meet the following key performance standards:

• System Availability: Maintain high monthly operational availability:
  
  
  
  • 98% for VHF-FM/DSC sites.
  
  
  • 96% for all AIS sites (receiver and transmit) and network connections.
  
  
  
  


• Data Performance:
  
  
  
  • Deliver 96% of AIS messages in under 2 seconds.
  
  
  • Provide reliable, real-time, and historical data access.
  
  
  
  


• Security & Compliance:
  
  
  
  • Achieve formal IT Security Accreditation within six months of award.
  
  
  • Adhere to all federal and DHS security standards for data handling, cybersecurity (NIST), and Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM).
  
  
  • Ensure secure system and data sanitization at contract end.
  
  
  
  


• Support:
  
  
  
  • Provide timely monthly reports and maintain responsive technical support.
  
  
  
  

Industry Input Requested

The USCG is interested in learning how industry can meet these coverage and performance requirements. Respondents are requested to provide a statement describing their approach to delivering AIS and VHF-FM/DSC coverage and data services for the designated regions/ports of Alaska.

• If your solution relies on terrestrial AIS and VHF/DSC sites, please describe your network architecture, coverage capabilities, and maintenance approach.


• If your solution involves alternative technologies (e.g., satellite, aerial platforms, or other methods), please describe how your approach would meet the coverage, data quality, security, and operational requirements outlined above.

**Please do not limit your response to terrestrial solutions. The USCG is interested in learning about all viable approaches to achieve comprehensive AIS and VHF-FM/DSC coverage in Alaska.

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Contact Information

Contracting Office Address

• 408 Coast Guard Drive
• KEARNEYSVILLE , WV 25430
• USA

Primary Point of Contact

• Craig E Anderson
• craig.e.anderson@uscg.mil

Secondary Point of Contact

• Laura Logreco
• Laura.L.Logreco2@uscg.mil

History

• Jul 30, 2026 08:48 am EDTSources Sought (Updated)
• Jul 27, 2026 09:01 am EDT Sources Sought (Updated)
• Jul 10, 2026 02:54 pm EDT Sources Sought (Original)

Commodity Codes

• FSC VTransportation, Travel and Relocation Services

• NAICS 488330Navigational Services to Shipping

Related bids

Jul 10, 2026	[Sources Sought (Original)] Request for Information (RFI): USCG Nationwide Automatic Identification System (NAIS) Support Services in Alaska
Jul 27, 2026	[Sources Sought (Updated)] Request for Information (RFI): USCG Nationwide Automatic Identification System (NAIS) Support Services in Alaska

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