The U.S. Coast Guard requires proprietary overhaul parts kits for ALCO 251 engines from the OEM, Fairbanks Morse Engines, for its Medium Endurance Cutters and the POLAR STAR icebreaker. The government intends to award a sole-source contract but will consider information from other potential sources who can prove their capability to supply genuine OEM kits and access necessary technical data. Interested companies must submit specific qualifying information, such as past performance data and a written authorization letter from the OEM. Responses to this market survey are due via email by 4:00 PM EST on Monday, March 30, 2026. The government notes this is not a solicitation, provides no timeline for one, and will not reimburse any costs incurred by respondents.

The US Coast Guard requires original equipment manufacturer (OEM) overhaul parts kits for ALCO 251 engines used on specific cutters and an icebreaking vessel, intending to award a sole-source contract to Fairbanks Morse Engines, LLC. The government believes only this OEM possesses the necessary proprietary technical data and capability. However, it is conducting a market survey where other potential sources may submit information to demonstrate their ability to supply genuine OEM kits and access the required technical data. There is no estimated timeframe for the release of a solicitation, and this is not a request for proposals. Companies with relevant capabilities are invited to submit company and commercial market information by the specified deadline.