PLATFORM FABRICATION SERVICES FOR NOAA
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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
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), under the Department of Commerce, has issued a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ 1305M226Q0094) for Platform Fabrication Services. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside seeking commercial items for the production and assembly of various marine and meteorological components. Quotes are due by April 22, 2026, at 5:00 P.M. MDT/MST.
Scope of Work
NOAA requires fabrication services to produce and fully assemble a suite of specialized components for the National Ocean Service. This includes:
- A 7.5' platform
- Dual Mast Enclosure Stand (DMES)
- Solar rack
- 11" fixed arm
- Met swing plate
- Standard bubbler orifice
- Saddle
- Shakespeare light pole double anemometer masthead
- Geodetic leveling collar
All items must be fabricated according to supplied drawing sets, including all specified hardware, and fully assembled for shipment. Materials must strictly meet design specifications, with no equivalents accepted, and documented proof of materials is required. The vendor is responsible for secure packaging and coordinating shipment to NOAA locations in Corpus Christi, TX, and Gulf Breeze, FL.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price Purchase Order
- Period of Performance: Work to be completed 60 days after award, or sooner based on the offeror's stated fabrication lead time.
- Place of Performance: Offeror's facility.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 332710 (Small Business Size Standard: 500 employees)
- Department/Agency: Department of Commerce / National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Requirements: Quotes must be submitted in PDF or Microsoft Word format via email to michelle.walton@noaa.gov. Offerors must be registered in SAM and provide their UEI#/CAGE Code. Quotes must include separate line item pricing for each task, shipping costs, and fabrication lead times.
- Past Performance: Offerors must complete a "Past Performance Information Form," providing details for up to three relevant contracts performed within the last three years.
- Evaluation Criteria: Technical Approach/Capability and Past Performance. Award will be made to the lowest priced, technically acceptable offer.
Key Deadlines
- Quotes Due: April 22, 2026, by 5:00 P.M. MDT/MST.
- Published Date: April 13, 2026.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Michelle Walton
- Email: MICHELLE.WALTON@NOAA.GOV
- Phone: 757-605-7411