Moorage - Port Call Puerto Rico
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) Pacific, is soliciting Firm Fixed-Price quotes for Port and Harbor Operational Support in Kodiak, AK. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside for moorage and related services for NOAA Ships Rainier, Bell M. Shimada, and Fairweather. Responses are due by April 23, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST/EDT.
Scope of Work
The requirement covers comprehensive port services for three NOAA vessels during scheduled in-port periods between July and September 2026. Services include:
- Moorage/Pier Berthing: Singular, stable berths accommodating specific vessel lengths and drafts (e.g., 231 ft for Rainier, 209 ft for Shimada, 231 ft for Fairweather).
- Utilities & Waste Management: Potable water supply, garbage disposal (10 cubic yard dumpsters), and sewage disposal. Shore power must be available and billable.
- Logistical Support: Line handling, fueling (20,000-30,000 gallons per port call for Fairweather), and vehicle access for provisioning and loading operations.
- Optional Services (for Fairweather): Bilge water/oil residue removal and tug services. The Statement of Work (SOW) details specific requirements for each ship and port call.
Contract Details
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ) leading to single or multiple Firm Fixed-Price purchase orders.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business (NAICS 488310, $47.0 Million size standard). If insufficient small business quotes are received, it may be extended to full and open competition.
- Period of Performance: Approximately April 24, 2026, to April 23, 2027 (base year), with options to extend services.
- Wage Rates: Wage Determination No. 2015-5687, Revision 27, is incorporated.
- Administration: Contractors must be registered and utilize FedConnect® for contract administration.
Submission & Evaluation
- Response Deadline: April 23, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST/EDT.
- Submission: Electronically to Christopher.baker@noaa.gov. Quotes must be firm fixed price and itemized.
- Evaluation Criteria: Best value trade-off, with Non-Price Technical Solution (Technical Approach and Past Performance) significantly more important than Price.
- Technical Approach: Demonstrate understanding of the SOW, company experience, on-site point of contact, and provide an itemized quote.
- Past Performance: Submit at least two references from similar, relevant contracts within the past two years. References must directly submit a completed Past Performance Questionnaire (PPQ) to the Contracting Specialist.
- Price: Evaluated for completeness and reasonableness.
- Mandatory Requirements: Active SAM.gov registration (include UEID/CAGE and Page 1 of registration), liability insurance, and acknowledgment of any amendments.
Questions
All questions must be submitted in writing via email to Christopher.baker@noaa.gov by January 21, 2025, at 12:00 PM EST/EDT.