R--140802-26-0164 Security Watchstanders for NOAA Shi

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0001) extends the solicitation period end date to 02/27/2026 at 1600 PST. No other changes to the original solicitation are made.

• Solicitation Period End Date

• The deadline for proposal or quote submission has been extended to 02/27/2026 at 1600 PST.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This Statement of Work (SOW) details the requirements for security watches aboard the NOAA Ship Bell M. Shimada while it is moored in port within the greater San Francisco area, including the Port of San Francisco and waterfront.

• Provide specialized maritime security to prevent and mitigate intentional damage to lives and shipboard property.

• Security guards must be U.S. citizens and possess specialized training adhering to International Maritime Organization and United States Coast Guard directives.

• Two security guards per ship are required during the period of performance.

• Guards will be unarmed.

• Security watch standers must be familiar with shipboard operations and Port of San Francisco security procedures.

• Provide hourly security rounds, inspecting all ship spaces except staterooms.

• Log all rounds and any unusual events in the vessel's security watch log.

• Respond to unusual events (e.g., bridge alarms, fire, flooding, unauthorized personnel) by contacting the designated Officer of the Day (OOD), duty engineer, or Commanding Officer (CO)/Executive Officer (XO).

• In emergencies, security watch standers must be able to sound the ship's general alarm and operate the Public Announcement system.

• Maintain alertness on the bridge when not making rounds.

• Answer the ship's phone politely and professionally, and carry a phone for communication.

• Perform morning and evening colors, and operate deck lights as directed.

• Exchange watch information with the preceding/following watch stander, requiring approximately 10 minutes.

• Critical and essential details must be passed during watch changes.

• Security watch standers must not depart the ship until properly relieved.

• Vessel: NOAA Ship Bell M. Shimada

• Location: Port of San Francisco and waterfront

• Performance Period: April 24, 2026, to July 20, 2026

• Specific dates for security coverage: 04/24/2026-04/29/2026, 05/13/2026-05/18/2026, 06/08/2026-06/11/2026, 06/20/2026-06/22/2026, 07/14/2026-07/20/2026.

• Estimated 400 hours of security watch standing coverage (800 hours for two guards).

• Specific hours vary by arrival, weekdays, weekends, and departure dates.

• Maritime security training, including USCG and International Ship and Port Security (ISPS) training, is required.

• Background checks will be conducted by the vendor.

• Government Furnished Material includes log books, pens, binoculars, flashlight, familiarization materials, and ship-specific training.

• Coordination with the ship's Operations Officer or Executive Officer is required for scheduling to ensure quality and efficient services.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for Commercial Items, prepared in accordance with FAR Subpart 12.6. The National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Office of Marine & Aviation Operations (OMAO), NOAA Ship Bell M. Shimada, requires the procurement of security watchstanders during their five (5) in-port stays at PIER 30/32 in San Francisco, CA, from April 24, 2026, to July 20, 2026.

• Provide security watchstanders during specified in-port periods.

• The service is for the NOAA Ship Bell M. Shimada.

• Contract Type: Firm-fixed-price.

• Period of Performance: April 24, 2026, to July 20, 2026.

• The solicitation is a total small business set-aside.

• Submission Method: Email quotes to isaac.bright@noaa.gov.

• Offer Due Date: February 25, 2026, by 1600 PDT.

• Questions Due Date: February 13, 2026, by 1200 PST.

• Evaluation Criteria: Capability and Availability are more important than Price. Capability will be evaluated based on Authorized Distributor, OEM, details listed in the quote, and requirements in the Statement of Work/Need. The best value, trade-off based on these criteria will be selected.

• Total small business set-aside.

• NAICS Code: 561612 with a business size standard of $29M.

• Offerors must have an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM).

• This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; written quotes are requested, and a written solicitation will not be issued.

• Responses are due by 1600 PDT on 02/25/2026.

• All questions must be submitted in writing to isaac.bright@noaa.gov. Telephone inquiries will not be honored.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Past Performance Questionnaire used to gather feedback on a contractor's performance related to a specific contract. It is intended to help the government assess a contractor's past performance as part of the source selection process for solicitation 1333MK26Q0025.

• Contractor Information: Fields for the contractor being reviewed, a brief description of the work, the reference contract number, and the person completing the questionnaire.
• Performance Areas: The questionnaire assesses performance in four key areas:
  • Quality of Service
  • Schedule
  • Cost Control
  • Management
• Rating System: Each area uses an adjectival rating scale (Exceptional, Very Good, Satisfactory, Marginal, Unsatisfactory) with corresponding definitions.
• Comments Section: Space is provided for detailed comments within each performance area and for additional comments at the end.
• Submission Instructions: Completed questionnaires should be sent to Isaac Bright at isaac.bright@noaa.gov no later than 02/25/2026 at 1600 PST.

This questionnaire is a tool for the government to evaluate past performance. Bidders should be aware that their performance on previous contracts will be assessed using this framework. Understanding these criteria can help contractors prepare for future evaluations and ensure they are meeting or exceeding government expectations in these critical areas.

Amendment / Modification

This document modifies Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses related to the evaluation of options and the inclusion of the "Option to Extend Services" clause.

Specifically, it directs the modification of FAR 52.212-2, FAR 52.217-4, or FAR 52.217-5 to include a statement regarding the evaluation of options for award purposes. This statement clarifies that the total price of all options will be added to the basic requirement's price to determine the total evaluated price, including options under FAR 52.217-8, "Option to Extend Services." It also notes that the evaluation of options does not obligate the Government to exercise them.

Additionally, it mandates the inclusion of a specific statement in all solicitations and resultant contracts and orders. This statement confirms that FAR clause 52.217-8, "Option to Extend Services," is for Government use as outlined in FAR 37.111, "Extension of Services." It further specifies that the option will be exercised as needed during the contract's life, using rates applicable at the time of exercise.

• FAR 52.212-2 Evaluation – Commercial Items
• FAR 52.217-4, Evaluation of Options Exercised at Time of Contract Award
• FAR 52.217-5 Evaluation of Options
• FAR 52.217-8, Option to Extend Services
• FAR 37.111, Extension of Services

This amendment impacts how proposals or quotations will be evaluated by requiring the inclusion of option prices in the total evaluated price. It also mandates the inclusion of specific clauses in resultant contracts and orders.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a poster titled "EMPLOYEE RIGHTS ON GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS." It informs employees working on government contracts about their rights and the requirements that apply to their employers under the Service Contract Act (SCA) and the Public Contracts Act (PCA).

• Applicability: Indicates the establishment is performing government contract work subject to either the Service Contract Act (SCA) or the Public Contracts Act (PCA).
• Minimum Wages: States that employees must be paid at least the federal minimum wage, with potential for higher rates based on SCA wage determinations.
• Fringe Benefits: Notes that SCA wage determinations may require fringe benefits, while PCA contracts do not.
• Overtime Pay: Requires payment of 1.5 times the basic rate for hours worked over 40 in a week, with some exceptions.
• Child Labor: Prohibits the employment of individuals under 16 on PCA contracts.
• Safety & Health: Mandates that work must be performed under sanitary and safe conditions, free from hazards.
• Enforcement: Provides contact information for the Wage and Hour Division (WHD) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) for complaints and information.

Bidders should be aware that if they are awarded a contract covered by the SCA or PCA, they must comply with these labor standards. This poster outlines the minimum requirements for wages, overtime, benefits, safety, and health that must be provided to employees working on the contract. It also informs bidders of the agencies responsible for enforcement and where to obtain further information.

Wage Determination

This document is a Wage Determination (WD) issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration, Wage and Hour Division. It establishes the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations performing contract work in California, specifically for the counties of San Francisco and San Mateo.

• Applicability: This WD applies to service contracts covered by the Service Contract Act.

• Geographic Area: California Counties of San Francisco and San Mateo.

• Occupational Listings: The document provides a comprehensive list of occupations with corresponding minimum hourly wage rates. This includes administrative support, automotive service, food preparation, general services, health occupations, information and arts, instructional, laundry, machine tool operation, materials handling, mechanics, personal needs, plant and system operations, protective services, recreation, stevedoring, technical occupations, and transportation occupations.

• Fringe Benefits: All listed occupations receive specific fringe benefits, including Health & Welfare ($5.55/hour or $222.00/week), Vacation (2-4 weeks based on service length), and Holidays (11 paid holidays per year).

• Executive Orders: The document references Executive Order (EO) 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and EO 13658 (minimum wage adjustments), outlining specific requirements for contractors regarding paid sick leave and minimum hourly rates.

• Conformance Process: It details the process for requesting authorization of additional classifications and wage rates if a required occupation is not listed in the determination.

• A specific note clarifies that the "Janitor" wage rate listed applies only to San Mateo County, and a different WD (1974-1257) should be referenced for San Francisco County.

• Computer employees who meet specific criteria for bona fide executive, administrative, or professional capacity may be exempt from this wage determination.