Presolicitation Notice - 2026 SENA Exhibit Booth Buildout Services
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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), Western Acquisition Division-Seattle, intends to award a sole-source purchase order to Freeman Decorating Co for Exhibit Booth Buildout Services at the 2026 Seafood Expo North America in Boston, MA. This is a Presolicitation Notice, not a request for competitive proposals. Firms believing they can meet the government's requirements must submit substantiating documentation within 10 days of publication (by February 27, 2026).
Scope of Work
NOAA requires services to design, build, and set up a 10x30 feet exhibit booth using a metal truss structure. Key deliverables include:
- Providing hanging graphic panels and mounted lighting.
- Producing graphic displays from provided images.
- Furnishing the exhibit area with carpeting, tables, chairs/stools, and counters.
- Dismantling the exhibit at the conclusion of the event.
The purpose is to engage in-person with seafood industry stakeholders to discuss mission-critical program business related to seafood inspections.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation for a Sole Source Purchase Order (under 41 U.S.C. 1901 and FAR Part 12.102(a))
- Set-Aside: No Set-Aside
- NAICS Code: 561920 (Other Administrative Support Services)
- Period of Performance: March 15, 2026 – March 17, 2026
- Place of Performance: 415 Summer Street, Boston, MA 02210
- Published Date: February 17, 2026
- Response Due for Challenges: February 27, 2026
Evaluation
The sole-source determination is based on Freeman Decorating Co. being the only vendor authorized to provide booth furnishing services at the Seafood Expo North America, due to event security precautions against fraudulent activities. This notice is not a request for competitive proposals. However, firms that believe they can fully meet the government's requirements may submit written substantiating documentation for evaluation. The government retains sole discretion in determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement.
Additional Notes
Oral communications are not acceptable in response to this notice. The point of contact is Hannah Elwell, Contract Specialist, at hannah.elwell@noaa.gov.