Intent to Sole Source Vaisala Ultrasonic Wind Sensor
Overview
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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-Boulder, intends to negotiate and award a sole source purchase order to Vaisala Inc. for ultrasonic wind sensors and accessories. These items are required for delivery at Idaho Falls, ID. This presolicitation notice is not a request for competitive proposals.
Purpose & Justification
NOAA's requirement stems from the need for specialized ultrasonic wind sensors capable of operating in Eastern Idaho's harsh winter environment. Standard sonic anemometers often fail due to icing. Vaisala Inc. is identified as the sole manufacturer and authorized U.S. distributor capable of providing fully-heated sonic anemometer bodies, transducers, arms, bird cages, and mounting adapters that meet stringent environmental survival requirements. Furthermore, all items must be from Vaisala Inc. to ensure system compatibility with existing sensors, data loggers, programming, and data processing, preventing poorer data quality and diminished reliability.
Contract Details
- Type: Purchase Order (Sole Source)
- Authority: RFO 12.102(A)
- Set-Aside: No Set-Aside
- NAICS Code: 334513 (Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling Industrial Process Variables)
- Delivery: Within 60 days from the date of award.
Response Information
This is a presolicitation notice, and no solicitation package is available. Firms that believe they can fully meet the government's requirements may submit substantiating documentation or a request for additional information in writing to the identified point of contact. Such submissions must be received within 15 days after the publication date (May 19, 2026). The government will evaluate these submissions solely to determine if a competitive procurement is warranted. Oral communications are not acceptable.
Point of Contact
Jamie Rosales-Wold Email: JAMIE.ROSALES@NOAA.GOV Phone: 303-578-6951
Key Dates
- Published Date: May 19, 2026
- Response Due Date: June 3, 2026