NOAA Ship OKEANOS EXPLORER Freezer and Refrigerati
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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), Office of Marine & Aviation Operations (OMAO), is soliciting quotes for Freezer and Refrigeration System Services on the NOAA Ship OKEANOS EXPLORER in Honolulu, HI. This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ) for commercial items. Quotes are due by April 3, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST/EDT.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide all labor, supervision, equipment, tools, materials, and technical expertise to service, clean, test, and groom the vessel’s reefer and freezer refrigeration systems. Key tasks include:
- System Inspection: Compressors, condensers, evaporators, valves, piping, electrical controls, defrost elements.
- Refrigerant Leak Survey: Electronic leak detection and documentation of any leaks.
- Insulation Survey: Identification and documentation of damaged or missing insulation.
- Cleaning and Grooming: Condenser/evaporator coils, drain pans, fan assemblies.
- Compressor and System Checks: Oil levels, electrical connections, amperage, safety cutouts, refrigerant charge, filter/driers.
- Operational Testing: Verification of proper system operation and temperature maintenance (Reefer: 34°F – 40°F; Freezer: -10°F to 0°F).
- Documentation: Provide a Condition Found Report (CFR) detailing work, operating parameters, and recommended repairs.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ), Firm Fixed Price
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside
- NAICS Code: 336611 (Size Standard: 1300 Employees)
- Place of Performance: 1897 Ranger Loop, Ford Island, Honolulu, HI 96818
- Period of Performance: April 8, 2026 – April 23, 2026 (estimated, subject to funding)
- Response Due: April 3, 2026, 12:00 PM EST/EDT
- Published: March 26, 2026
Evaluation
Offers will be evaluated in accordance with FAR 52.212-2, based on price and non-price technical solutions. The Non-Price Technical Solution (Technical Approach and Past Performance) is significantly more important than price. However, if non-price factors are equal, price becomes more important. Evaluation factors include:
- Technical Approach and Capability: Detailed description of how the Offeror plans to perform the services, including experience with similar services.
- Past Performance: At least two references for similar and relevant services within the past two years, submitted via a Past Performance Questionnaire (PPQ).
- Price: Evaluated for completeness and reasonableness.
- Additional Qualifications/Licenses.
- Warranty.
- Availability.
Additional Notes
- Quotes must be submitted electronically to Christopher.baker@noaa.gov.
- Offerors must have an active SAM.gov registration and provide their UEID/CAGE CODE and Page 1 of their SAM registration with their quote.
- Questions must be submitted in writing via email to Christopher.baker@noaa.gov, no later than two days before the offer due date. Telephone inquiries will not be honored.
- A site visit is not available as the vessel is in transit.
- The Department of Commerce will utilize FedConnect® for contract administration.