NOAA: 2.54m Buoy Frame & Bridles for the National Data Buoy Center (NDBC)

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the National Data Buoy Center (NDBC) are issuing a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the fabrication of the 2.54‑meter buoy frame and bridle used in the NDBC Weather Buoy Array. The contract will be awarded on a firm‑fixed‑price, best‑value basis to a responsive, responsible small business (NAICS 332999) that can meet all technical specifications, drawings, and the first‑article testing requirements. Offerors must have an active SAM registration, submit electronic quotes only to nikki.smith@noaa.gov, and provide required data including manufacturing location, approximate delivery lead time, past‑performance references (2‑3 contacts), and completion of the solicitation blocks. The contractor must test one unit, give the contracting officer at least 14 calendar days’ written notice of the test, and submit a first‑article test report within 90 days of contract award. Evaluation will consider price and non‑price factors, with the award going to the lowest evaluated price that meets all acceptability standards.

Notice ID

4e9eaa92ce1a498983793d5513d78f72

Solicitation Number

142082-26-0206

NAICS Code

332999

Classification Code

2050