Skyfora StreamSonde dropsondes, Operational and Technical Support Services
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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 conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice to identify potential sources for SKYFORA OY StreamSonde Dropsondes and associated Operational and Technical Support Services. This effort aims to gather information on current capabilities for meteorological instruments. Responses are due by January 26, 2026.
Scope of Work
NOAA is seeking dropsondes that can measure core meteorological data parameters including Pressure, Temperature, Humidity, and Wind Speed/Direction (derived from GPS/GNSS). Key requirements include:
- Data Standards: Conformance to World Meteorological Organization (WMO) Standard Format (e.g., TEMP DROP code) and support for high-resolution data rates (2 Hz or better).
- Compatibility: Physical and electronic compatibility for deployment using existing NOAA aircraft launcher hardware and reliable transmission on a frequency receivable by the Airborne Vertical Atmospheric Profiling System (AVAPS).
- Accuracy: Accurate wind data, particularly near the surface, utilizing GNSS-based measurements.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified (respondents should indicate SBA certified small business status if applicable).
- Response Due: January 26, 2026, by 12:00 p.m. ET.
- Published: January 12, 2026.
Evaluation
This is a market research notice, not a Request for Proposal (RFP). The Government will use responses to identify potential sources and assess industry capabilities. Submitted information will not be paid for, and this notice does not commit the Government to a contract.
Additional Notes
Interested parties must submit a statement of capabilities, limited to 15 pages. This statement should include a company profile (name, address, UEI, NAICS, business size, GSA FSS/SINs, SBA status, contacts) and demonstrate how the vendor's dropsonde meets minimum requirements, focusing on interconnectivity and interchangeability with NOAA Fleet systems. Submissions should be emailed to Amy McLiverty (Amy.L.McLiverty@noaa.gov) and Jana Kolb (Jana.Kolb@noaa.gov). Company brochures are not sufficient.