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Solicitation from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Due Nov 6, 2026, 9:00 AM (UTC-5), 1 day left.
| Solicitation number | 1333MK27Q0005 |
|---|---|
| Agency | National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration |
| Office | Dept of Commerce NOAA |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Set-aside | None |
| Trade (NAICS) | Testing Laboratories and Services (541380) |
| Product or service code | J066 |
| Posted | Nov 4, 2026 |
| Response deadline | Nov 6, 2026, 9:00 AM (UTC-5) (1 day left) |
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Description
This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for Commercial Items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR SUBPART 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. This Combined Synopsis/Solicitation 1333MK27Q0005 constitutes a Request for Quotation (RFQ) which Incorporates provisions and clauses in effect through the Federal Acquisition Circular 2026-01.
The National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Office of Marine & Aviation Operations (OMAO), Marine Operation Center (MOC), NOAA Ship Gordon Gunter requires repair, servicing and calibration for three Telescopic Marine Alidades The solicitation is being issued as a total small business set-aside. The associated NAICS code is 541380 with a size standard of $19.0 Million.
The SCA is exempted under Quotes will be evaluated in accordance with FAR 52.212-2 Evaluation-Commercial Products and Commercial Services (Nov 2021). Responses are due by 09:00am EST/EDT on November 6 2026. There will be no exceptions to the time and date on which responses are due, unless determined otherwise by the Government.
Your response, technical, and pricing should be forwarded electronically to the Contracting Specialist via email no later than the date and time specified above. When responding, please include the Requisition number in the subject line. To verify receipt of your response, please contact me either by email or phone.
Christopher Baker [email protected] FIRM FIXED PRICE CLIN 0001 – BASE PoP Scope Procure evaluation, inspection, and reconditioning services for three (3) Telescopic Marine Alidades (models ranging from Mark 2 through Mark 8 Mod 0) aboard NOAA Ship Gordon Gunter to ensure accurate navigational capabilities. 2. Background A marine alidade (such as a telescopic Mark 8 Alidade) requires routine inspection and cleaning after every use, with functional verification and major servicing typically performed annually or every 6 to 12 months, depending on operating conditions.
Recommended service schedules mandate quarterly checks of mechanical locks, clamp screws, and leveling bubbles, as well as an annual complete teardown inspection, cleaning, and light lubrication of mechanical gears and rotation rings with instrumentgrade lubricant. Verification of optical clarity, reticle alignment, and crosshair calibration must be conducted to maintain precision.
This service will fulfill the annual pre-season maintenance requirement, addressing any wear, moisture damage to storage cases or shock-mounting provisions, and facilitating necessary internal repairs. 3. Requirements Procure repair, servicing, and calibration for three (3) Telescopic Marine Alidades, which shall include the following based on inspection findings: Initial comprehensive evaluation of the instruments to determine the exact scope of repairs.
Complete teardown, cleaning, and light lubrication of mechanical gears and rotation rings with instrument-grade lubricant. Verification, adjustment, and calibration of optical clarity, reticles, and crosshairs. Replacement of any damaged components, including seals, lenses, and internal parts.
Final calibration and official certification of each instrument. 4. Place of Delivery: NOAA Ship Gordon Gunter ATTN: Navigation Officer 2238 S Hobson Avenue North Charleston, SC 29405 5.
Delivery Date: December 31, 2026 6. Justification Telescopic marine alidades are mission-critical navigational instruments required for safe navigation, accurate bearing taking, and overall situational awareness. Professional teardown, reconditioning, and calibration are mandatory to ensure the vessel compliance with maritime navigation standards, ensuring the safety of the crew and the success of NOAA oceanographic missions.
UTILIZATION OF FEDCONNECT® FOR CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION The Department of Commerce will utilize the FedConnect® web portal in administering this award. The contractor must be registered in FedConnect® and have access to the FedConnect® website located at fedconnect.net/Fedconnect/.
For assistance in registering or for other FedConnect® questions please call the FedConnect® Help Desk at (800) 899-6665 or email at [email protected]. There is no charge for registration in or use of FedConnect®. (End) car 1352.215-72 Inquiries (Apr 2010) OFFERORS must submit all questions concerning this solicitation in writing via email to [email protected].
Questions should be received no later than 12:00PM EST/EDT on 11/5/2026. Any responses to questions will be made in writing, without identification of the questioner, and will be included in an amendment to the solicitation. Even if provided in other form, only the question responses included in the amendment to the solicitation will govern performance of the contract.
(End of clause) FAR 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors-Commercial Products and Commercial Services (Sep 2023) NOTICE TO OFFERORS: Instructions for submitting quotations under this request for quote must be followed. Failure to provide all information to aid in the evaluation may be considered non-responsive. Offers that are non-responsive may be excluded from further evaluation and rejected without further notification to the offeror.
- Submit PDF or Microsoft Word format quotations to the office specified in this solicitation at or before the time specified in the solicitation. Email quotes are required and can be sent to [email protected].
- Offeror shall have an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM found at sam.gov/content/home) in order to provide a quote and be eligible for award. Must provide their UEID/CAGE CODE with their quote and PAGE 1 of their SAM REGISTRATION.
- Offerors shall assume that the Government has no prior knowledge of them or their capability.
- Acknowledge any solicitation amendments (SF-30
The description continues in the official notice.
Contracting contact
- Baker, Christopher · [email protected] · (757) 317-0683
As published on the official notice. Ask questions in writing and before any questions deadline the notice sets.
Is your business small enough?
For NAICS 541380, a business counts as small if it has no more than $19.0 million in average annual receipts (SBA size standard). This notice is not set aside, but the size decides your small business status on it. SBA table, current as of Oct 15, 2026.
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