DART Hull Replacements for the National Data Buoy Center at Stennis Space Center, MS

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation for the "DART HULL REPLACEMENTS" (Solicitation Number: 1305M226Q0104). The government intends to award a firm fixed-price purchase order to the responsible quoter offering the best value, considering both price and non-price factors. The award will be based on the lowest evaluated price that meets or exceeds acceptability standards for non-cost factors.

• Fabrication and delivery of four (4) DART HULL REPLACEMENTS.

• The buoy hulls shall be constructed of fiberglass over foam with a Type 316 stainless steel framework.

• Specific materials and construction methods are detailed in the "NDBC STANDARD SPECIFICATION FOR FABRICATION OF BUOY HULLS USED IN THE DEEP-OCEAN ASSESSMENT AND REPORTING OF TSUNAMIS (DART) ARRAY" and associated drawings.

• Key components include the buoy well, lid, cable pass-thru, and bumper mounts.

• First article delivery is required within 120 days of award, with remaining supply to be delivered within 120 days of first article government approval.

• The first article will undergo testing, which may be waived by the government if the contractor has a proven history with DART buoy hull contracts.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price Purchase Order.

• Period of Performance: Not explicitly stated, but delivery timelines are provided.

• Estimated Value: Not stated.

• Quotes must be submitted via email to abigail.green@noaa.gov by the due date and time (05/08/2026, 1200 Local Time).

• Questions must be submitted via email within 5 days of the solicitation issuance.

• Award will be made on a "Best Value" basis, considering price and non-price factors.

• Evaluation factors include: Price (lowest price for the basic requirement) and Past Performance (evaluation of performance on related contracts, requiring a list of at least two, but no more than three, past performances).

• This acquisition is set aside for Small Business (100%).

• NAICS Code: 326199

• Size Standard: Not explicitly stated, but implied to be relevant for small business concerns.

• Contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) at the time of quote submission.

• Page 1 of the Standard Form 1449 (blocks 17a, 30a, 30b, 30c).

• Page 3 of the Standard Form 1449 (quote/prices).

• Unique Entity Identification (UEI) number.

• Statement regarding SAM registration status.

• Statement regarding small business status under NAICS 326199.

• Statement regarding Organizational Conflict of Interest.

• Response to evaluation factors, including requested documentation.

• Confirmation that buoy hulls will be manufactured in the United States.

• E-mail address and telephone number for correspondence.

• Faxed quotes will not be accepted.

• Contractors not responding to all required items may be considered non-compliant.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation for the purchase of DART HULL REPLACEMENTS. The government intends to award a firm-fixed-price purchase order to the responsive, responsible quoter offering the best value, considering both price and non-price factors. Award will be based on the lowest evaluated price that meets or exceeds acceptability standards for non-cost factors.

• Fabrication and delivery of four (4) DART HULL REPLACEMENTS.

• The buoy hulls are to be manufactured in the United States.

• The specification for the buoy hulls is detailed in "DART II Hull Specification rev A" and "DART II Hull Drawings".

• A first article of the buoy assembly must be produced and delivered for inspection prior to commencing fabrication of the remainder of the articles. This may be waived if the contractor has successfully completed a DART buoy hull contract in the past.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price Purchase Order.

• Period of Performance: First article delivery within 120 days from the date of award. Remaining supply delivery within 120 days of first article government approval.

• Delivery Address: National Data Buoy Center, Attn: Property Officer, Building 3203, Stennis Space Center, MS 39529.

• Quotes must be submitted via email to abigail.green@noaa.gov by the due date and time.

• Questions concerning the solicitation must be submitted via email within 5 days of issuance.

• Award will be made on the basis of the lowest evaluated price of proposals meeting or exceeding acceptability standards for non-cost factors ("Best Value").

• Evaluation factors include: Price and Past Performance.

• This acquisition is set aside for Small Business (NAICS Code: 326199, Size Standard: 750 employees).

• Contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) at the time of quote submission.

• The following information is to be returned with the quote:

  • Page 1 (completed blocks 17a, 30a, 30b, 30c)
  • Page 3 (quote/prices)
  • Unique Entity Identification (UEI) number
  • Contractor representations and certifications (completed in SAM)
  • Statement of small business status under NAICS 326199
  • Statement regarding Organizational Conflict of Interest (OCI)
  • Response to factors used to evaluate quotes (as requested in 52.212-2)
  • Confirmation of US manufacturing
  • E-mail address and telephone number