Moorage - Port Call Pago Pago
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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), Office of Marine & Aviation Operations (OMAO), Marine Operation Center (MOC), is soliciting quotes for Moorage and Port Call Operational Support for the NOAA Ship Oscar Sette in Pago Pago, American Samoa. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. Quotes are due by January 23, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST/EDT.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for comprehensive port and harbor operational support, including:
- Port Agent Services: Liaison between ship and services.
- Pier Space/Dockage: 300 feet of pier space with a minimum depth of 25 feet, ensuring public access for a one-day public outreach event.
- Pilotage: Arrangement of pilots for inbound/outbound transit, including pilot boat and optional tugboat services.
- Line Handlers: At least two able-bodied line handlers for arrival and departure.
- Utilities: Optional shore power connection (two NATO cables, ~400A).
- Logistics: Linen service, rental vehicles (3 cars, 1 15-person van with gas cards), optional forklift for ship's use.
- Supplies: Procurement and delivery of food stores (produce, dairy, frozen, meats, dry goods).
- Maintenance & Waste: Facilitation of contractual maintenance services, small boat fueling, and optional waste oil/oily waste removal (estimated 1500 gal).
- Additional Support: Including tug, mooring lines, security, and small boat transfer.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ) for Commercial Items, resulting in a Firm Fixed-Price purchase order (single or multiple).
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (NAICS 488310, size standard $47.0 Million).
- Published: January 13, 2026
- Questions Due: January 21, 2025, by 12:00 PM EST/EDT.
- Quotes Due: January 23, 2026, by 1:00 PM EST/EDT.
- Period of Performance: Base year with potential option years, subject to funding approval.
Evaluation
Offers will be evaluated based on Best Value, with the Non-Price Technical Solution (Technical Approach and Past Performance) significantly more important than price. If technical solutions are deemed equal, price will become a more determining factor. The Government intends to award based on initial quotes.
- Technical Approach and Capability: Detailed description of experience, subcontractor details, on-site point of contact, and how the company plans to perform the Statement of Work.
- Past Performance: At least two references from similar/relevant services within the past two years. Offerors must send a Past Performance Questionnaire (PPQ) to references, who will email it directly to the Contracting Specialist.
- Price: Evaluated for completeness and reasonableness, compatible with the Non-Price Technical Solution.
Additional Notes
Offerors must have an active registration in SAM.gov and provide their UEID/CAGE CODE and Page 1 of their SAM registration with their quote. Quotes must be submitted electronically (PDF or Microsoft Word) to Christopher.baker@noaa.gov. The Department of Commerce will utilize FedConnect® for contract administration, requiring contractor registration and access. Offerors are responsible for confirming receipt of their quotes.