GRAW Portable Upper Air System Components
ID: 1305M323CNWWY0008Type: Justification
AwardedMar 14, 2023
Award #:1305M323CNWWY0008
Overview

Buyer

COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL OCEANIC AND ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATIONDEPT OF COMMERCE NOAASEATTLE, WA, 98115, USA

PSC

METEOROLOGICAL INSTRUMENTS AND APPARATUS (6660)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/f086acf2727341cf880f4f2e15a44682/view
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    Description

    The Department of Commerce, specifically the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), has awarded a sole source contract for GRAW portable upper air system components to GRAW Radiosondes GMBH & CO, KG. This procurement is essential due to the need for compatibility with existing GRAW systems and equipment already utilized by NOAA, ensuring seamless integration and functionality. The decision to proceed with a sole source contract was based on market research indicating that only one responsible source could meet the agency's requirements without unacceptable delays. For further inquiries, interested parties may contact Contract Specialist Jeanne Cassidy at jeanne.cassidy@noaa.gov or by phone at 206-526-6346, or Contracting Officer Angela Royster at angela.royster@noaa.gov or 206-526-6072.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Contract Specialist Jeanne Cassidy
    (206) 526-6346
    jeanne.cassidy@noaa.gov
    Contracting Officer Angela Royster
    (206) 526-6072
    angela.royster@noaa.gov
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