58--NOAA OMAO Procurement of Teledyne Sound Velocity P
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) OMAO intends to negotiate a sole source contract for the procurement of a Kongsberg EK-80 Calibration Kit. This action is being pursued under the authority of FAR 6.103-1, indicating a belief that only one responsible source can satisfy the requirement.
Purpose & Scope
NOAA's Marine Operations Center, Acquisition Branch, seeks to acquire a Kongsberg EK-80 Calibration Kit. This notice serves as an intent to award a sole source contract, allowing other interested parties to demonstrate their capability to meet the requirement.
Contract Details
- Type: Notice of Intent to Award Sole Source (anticipated Firm Fixed-Price contract)
- Authority: FAR 6.103-1 (Sole Source)
- Agency: Department of Commerce, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
- Office: DEPT OF COMMERCE NOAA
Eligibility / Set-Aside
This is an intent to award a sole source contract. No traditional set-aside applies. However, interested parties who believe they can meet the requirement and challenge the sole source determination are encouraged to submit their capabilities.
Response & Contact
- Action: Interested parties must demonstrate their capability to provide the Kongsberg EK-80 Calibration Kit.
- Contact: BAKER, CHRISTOPHER at CHRISTOPHER.BAKER@NOAA.GOV or 757-317-0683.
Additional Notes
An attached document, Sol_1333MK26Q0054.pdf, is identified as an unrestricted solicitation for commercial products and services, with an offer due date of April 13, 2026. However, this notice, published on April 20, 2026, explicitly states an intent to negotiate on a sole source basis for the Kongsberg EK-80 Calibration Kit. Potential offerors should primarily address the sole source intent, as the solicitation document's due date has passed.