Intent To Award A Single Source for Specialized Marine Facility Access and Storage. - Southern California Marine Institute
Overview
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Set Aside
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), specifically the NMFS Field Delegates, intends to award a single-source contract to the Southern California Marine Institute (SCMI) for specialized marine facility access and storage. This determination is based on SCMI's unique ability to provide a non-severable combination of secure maritime storage for vessels and equipment, a certified dive locker, and a wet laboratory at a single location in the San Pedro or Long Beach area. This notice is not a request for competitive proposals. However, firms that believe they can fully meet these government requirements may submit substantiating documentation within 15 days of the notice's publication.
Purpose & Scope
The objective is to provide essential marine facility access and storage services to support the NMFS West Coast Region (WCR) small boat operations, underwater diving operations, equipment storage, and scientific laboratory needs. This aims to increase the efficiency and efficacy of NMFS WCR's field operations, which support listed species recovery, habitat conservation, marine mammal stranding response, and natural resource damage assessment. All services must be provided within a 30-minute drive of 501 W. Ocean Boulevard, Long Beach, California.
Key Requirements
The required services include:
- Boat Storage: Secure storage for a trailer and small boat (approx. 28 ft LOA) with 24/7 access.
- Dive Locker Facility: An air compressor for SCUBA tank fills with 24/7 access.
- Equipment Storage & Laundry: Indoor, secure storage (100 sq ft) for scientific equipment and field gear with 24/7 access, running water for rinsing, and access to a washer/dryer.
- Wet Laboratory Facility: A dedicated lab space (20 sq ft) with a hard countertop, running water, and a sink.
- Facility Membership: An affiliate membership for NMFS WCR with reduced privileges.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Intent to Award (Single Source Special Notice)
- Agency: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Department of Commerce
- Period of Performance: A Base Year from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, followed by four one-year Option Periods, extending through June 30, 2031.
- Place of Performance: San Pedro / Long Beach, California area.
- Response Due: May 13, 2026 (15 days after publication).
- Published: April 26, 2026.
Set-Aside
This is a single-source determination; therefore, no set-aside applies.
Evaluation
This notice is not a request for competitive proposals. Responses from firms believing they can meet the requirements will be evaluated solely to determine if a competitive procurement is feasible. The government's determination not to conduct a competitive procurement, based on responses, is at its sole discretion.
Additional Notes
Market research indicated that while individual services are available, no other single entity in the San Pedro or Long Beach area offers the consolidated, highly specific technical services and storage capabilities required. SCMI is a consortium of 25 universities, colleges, and other organizations.