ALCOAST 209/26 - JUL 2026 MESSAGE UPDATE - COAST GUARD SUPPORT EQUIPMENT CENTRALIZED MANAGEMENT INITIATIVE

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FM COMDT COGARD WASHINGTON DC
TO ALCOAST
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UNCLAS
ALCOAST 209/26
SSIC 11260
SUBJ: MESSAGE UPDATE - COAST GUARD SUPPORT EQUIPMENT CENTRALIZED
MANAGEMENT INITIATIVE
A. FINANCIAL RESOURCE MANAGEMENT MANUAL (FRMM), COMDTINST 7100.3G
B. U.S. COAST GUARD SUPPORT EQUIPMENT - WEIGHT AND MATERIAL
HANDLING PROGRAM POLICY, COMDTINST 11260.1
C. MOTOR VEHICLE MANUAL, COMDTINST 11240.9D
D. AVIATION GROUND SUPPORT EQUIPMENT PROCESS GUIDE PG-85-00-150-A
E. COAST GUARD CONFIGURATION MANAGEMENT POLICY, COMDTINST 4130.6C
1. Centralized procurement and movement of Support Equipment (SE)
will increase availability and functionality across the
enterprise, while ensuring efficient use of appropriated funds.
This message initiates the next step in centralizing SE
procurement review and approval of all SE valued over ten
thousand dollars ($10,000.00). Note, this guidance does not
supersede the direction outlined in REF (A) regarding
Procurement, Construction, and Improvement resourcing
requirements for new investments. IAW REF (B), SE is defined as
all equipment consisting of Weight and Material Handling
Equipment (W/MHE) capable of lifting loads vertically or moving
loads horizontally that provides a mechanical advantage for
lifting, moving, excavating, placing materials and/or personnel
in support of any mission. Street legal or highway capable
government vehicles (GVs), whether owned or leased, shall be
managed in accordance with REF (C). Aviation SE outside of the
items listed in Paragraph 4 shall be managed IAW REF (D).
2. As of 11 MAY 2023, units shall utilize the Technical and
Equipment Authorization Request (TEAR) hosted by the Support
Equipment Program to request approval prior to the procurement or
disposal of the SE listed in Paragraph 5.
3. The TEAR is located at:
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https://uscg.sharepoint-mil.us/sites/TEAR/SitePages/TEAR.aspx?ga=1

4. Following the TEAR interview, all requests to obtain new SE,
replace SE, or dispose of SE listed in this paragraph will be
automatically submitted to the SE Program Manager or cognizant
authority for endorsement. This includes procurements, Military
Standard Requisitioning and Issue Procedures (MILSTRIP)
requisitions, and excess transfers when the excess transfer cost
avoidance value exceeds ten thousand dollars ($10,000.00), as well
as all attachments or modifications for SE in the below listing,
regardless of dollar value. This ALCOAST does not apply to
tools, jigs, automated manufacturing machines, or test stands,
regardless of value. Aviation SE replacement requests will
continue to use the Aviation Logistics Center (ALC) Tech Request
Form or Aviation Maintenance Management Information System
(AMMIS) and will be directed to the TEAR by Aviation Ground
Support Equipment (AGSE) when necessary. When replacing or
acquiring new SE, the request shall include all information
required by the TEAR, including material condition; latest
inspection if available; date placed in service; historic and
projected maintenance costs; impact of request denial;
alternative options; justification; collocated unit
requirements; cost, and the type of Support Equipment. Types of
Support Equipment include Aerial Work Platforms; Boat Hoists;
Boat Trailers; Construction Equipment; Cranes; Electric Supply;
Mobile Emergency Response Vehicles; Forklifts; Fuel
Trucks/Tankers; Ground Maintenance Equipment (including
Sweepers/Snow Removal/Mowers/Floor Scrubbers); Hoists (other
than boat); Telehandlers; Tractors; Aircraft Tow Tractors;
Trailers (other than boat); Shore Tie Haulers; and Utility
Terrain Vehicles (UTV), including golf carts.
Attachments, regardless of value, and modifications for any of
the aforementioned items must be requested for use through a
TEAR request to ensure compliance with REF (E). This will ensure
all configuration changes are evaluated for new requirements,
sustainability, training and qualification, and safety.
5. Initial installation of the following items will be purchased
and installed through Shore Infrastructure Logistics Center
(SILC) infrastructure construction: Fixed Davit lifts/hoists and
Overhead hoists. Recapitalization needs will be managed by the
Civil Engineering program while maintenance requirements will be
managed by the SE program and product line. Due to the
maintenance requirements responsibilities residing with the SE
program, SILC will work with the SE program and product line as
they mature to utilize standardized equipment wherever
practical/possible, including for Fixed Davit lifts/hoists and
Overhead hoists.
6. The Office of Logistics (CG-DCS-41) maintains responsibility for
approving the procurement of SE listed above unless otherwise
specified. PEO AIR (CG-AIR) maintains responsibility for approving
the procurement of all SE not listed above which is specifically
designed for use associated with aviation operations and
sustainment. PEO SURFACE (CG-SURFACE) maintains responsibility for
approving the procurement of all SE not listed above which is
specifically designed for use associated with surface operations
and sustainment. PEO SHORE (CG-SHORE) maintains responsibility
for approving the procurement of all SE not listed above which is
specifically designed for use associated with shore-side operations
and sustainment. All requests will be accepted by the TEAR system
and distributed to the appropriate COMDT (CG-AIR), (CG-SEA), and
(CG-SHORE) offices.
7. This message serves as direction during the Coast Guard's
shift to centralized procurement and management of SE. Please
contact the POC identified in this message with any questions.
8. POC for questions: Ms. Jen Ozley (DCS-41),
Jennifer.D.Ozley@uscg.mil.
9. James L. Knight, SES, Deputy Commandant for Systems,
Executive Director (DCS-XD), sends.
10. Internet release is authorized.