40--Purchase of ½” non-heat treated mooring chain
Overview
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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) is soliciting quotes for the purchase of 4000 feet of ½” non-heat treated mooring chain. This acquisition is a Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS 314994. Quotes are due by February 25, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST/EDT.
Scope of Work
NOAA requires 4000 feet of ½” non-heat treated mooring chain, delivered in 400 ft metal barrels. The chain must meet specific technical specifications, including a minimum proof load of 12,900 lbs and a minimum breaking strength of 25,700 lbs, and must be hot dip galvanized per ASTM A-153. Each 7th link must be marked with the manufacturer's designation. All products must comply with Buy American-Supplies requirements, and verification of the country of manufacture is mandatory. Detailed requirements are in the attached Statement of Need, Specifications, and drawing.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price Purchase Order
- Set-Aside: Small Business
- NAICS: 314994 (Size Standard: 1000 employees)
- Delivery: By April 30, 2026, or sooner, FOB Destination to NOAA/PMEL in Seattle, WA.
- Payment Terms: Net 30
Submission & Evaluation
Quotes must be submitted electronically via email to Weiming.tan@noaa.gov by the deadline. Submissions must be in PDF or Microsoft Word format and include signed copies of the SF 18 and any applicable SF 30(s). Offerors must have an active SAM registration and provide their UEID/CAGE CODE.
Evaluation will be based on pass/fail criteria:
- Technical Acceptability/Capability: Demonstrate ability to perform, relevant experience (past two years), and understanding of requirements.
- Past Performance: Evaluated based on successful performance, quality, timeliness, cost management, and customer satisfaction.
- Specification Sheet: Compliance with technical specifications.
- Price: Considered for overall best value.
Award will be made on a low-priced, technically acceptable, all-or-none basis to the responsible offeror most advantageous to the Government.
Important Notes
Questions regarding this solicitation must be submitted in writing to Weiming.tan@noaa.gov by February 18, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST/EDT. An amendment (0001) clarifies that offerors who have manufactured and delivered this exact chain to NOAA, PMEL, within the past 60 months are exempt from proof testing. Offerors are responsible for confirming receipt of their quotes.