Replace the existing pipelines in Port Orchard, WA
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) is seeking proposals for the replacement of existing underwater pipelines under a float platform at the NWFSC Manchester Research Station Marine Floating Complex in Port Orchard, WA. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. Quotes are due by March 11, 2026, at 5:00 PM UTC.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide all necessary labor, equipment, and materials to replace the existing pipelines as detailed in the Statement of Work. The period of performance requires work to start within 14 days of contract award and be completed by April 17, 2026.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Request for Quotation (RFQ) leading to a Firm Fixed-Price purchase order, awarded on an all-or-none basis with Net 30 payment terms.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (NAICS 238990, $19M size standard).
- Response Due: March 11, 2026, 5:00 PM UTC.
- Published: March 2, 2026.
- Period of Performance: Start within 14 days of award, complete by April 17, 2026.
Evaluation Factors
Offers will be evaluated based on price and non-price technical solutions (Technical Approach and Past Performance). The non-price technical solution is significantly more important than price. However, if non-price factors are deemed equal, price will become more important. The Government intends to award a contract to the responsible offeror whose quote is most advantageous, considering a best value trade-off.
Key evaluation criteria include:
- Technical Approach and Capability: Detailed description of the company's experience and how it plans to perform the tasks in the SOW.
- Experience: Assessment of the offeror's background, experience, and qualifications.
- Price: Evaluation for completeness and reasonableness, ensuring compatibility with the technical solution.
Submission Requirements
- Quotes must be submitted electronically in PDF or Microsoft Word format to SHAWANA.RANDOLPH@NOAA.GOV.
- Include signed copies of the SF 18 and SF 30(s).
- Offerors must have an active SAM.gov registration and provide their UEID/CAGE CODE.
- All questions must be submitted via email to Shawana.Randolph@noaa.gov no later than three days before the RFQ close date.
Site Visit
A site visit is highly recommended but not required. Interested offerors should contact James Hackett at 360-871-8325 or james.hackett@noaa.gov to schedule a visit. All questions during the site visit must be submitted electronically to Shawana Randolph.
Additional Notes
The Department of Commerce will utilize the FedConnect® web portal for contract administration. Contractors must be registered in FedConnect®.