NOAA OMAO Procurement of Teledyne Sound Velocity P
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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
NOAA's Marine Operations Center intends to procure a Kongsberg EK80 calibration kit on a sole-source basis under FAR 6.103-1 to support its fleet's scientific echosounder systems. This notice invites firms capable of providing equivalent equipment to submit substantiating documentation (Capability Statement) by April 13, 2026, 4:00 PM PDT.
Purpose
The Marine Operations Science Branch requires a Kongsberg EK80 calibration kit for routine calibration of EK80 scientific echosounder systems across the NOAA fleet. This ensures the accuracy and reliability of acoustic data used in NOAA fisheries surveys and other scientific missions. Procuring a fleet-owned kit will improve operational efficiency, reduce reliance on external coordination, and ensure timely readiness for survey operations, supporting congressionally mandated stock assessments and ecosystem monitoring.
Scope of Requirement
NOAA seeks one Kongsberg Hydro-Acoustic Calibration Control System Kit, Model EK-80, including cables, downriggers, control box, and accessories. This manual kit will provide the necessary rigging, spheres, and associated equipment to perform standard EK80 calibrations in accordance with established fisheries acoustic survey practices.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Notice of Intent to Sole Source (FAR 6.103-1)
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted
- Capability Statement Due: April 13, 2026, 4:00 PM PDT
- Published: April 10, 2026
- Anticipated Delivery: 4 weeks After Receipt of Order (ARO), estimated April 30, 2026
Submission Requirements
This notice of intent is not a request for competitive quotes, and no solicitation package is available. Firms believing they can provide equipment that fully meets the Government's requirements may submit substantiating documentation (Capability Statement) via email to the identified point of contact. The documentation must be in sufficient detail for NOAA to determine if the party can meet all requirements. Oral communications are not acceptable. All electronic correspondence shall have the subject line: Announcement Number: 1333MK26Q0054.
Place of Performance/Delivery
NOAA Ship Oregon II, Gulf Marine Support Facility, 151 Watts Ave, Pascagoula, MS 39567-4102.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Christopher Baker
- Email: christopher.baker@noaa.gov
- Phone: 757-317-0683