NOAA Ship Nancy Foster Marine Sanitation Device
ID: 1305M225Q0083Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL OCEANIC AND ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATIONDEPT OF COMMERCE NOAANORFOLK, VA, 23510, USA

NAICS

Ship Building and Repairing (336611)

PSC

MISCELLANEOUS SHIP AND MARINE EQUIPMENT (2090)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/b2e5113be3b34a29a210e6de79de4d85/view
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    Description

    The Department of Commerce, specifically the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), is seeking proposals for the procurement of a new Marine Sanitation Device (MSD) for the NOAA Ship Nancy Foster. The device must comply with MARPOL 73/78 and USCG regulations, featuring an electro-oxidation sewage processing system and a design that effectively contains odors while excluding active biological agents. This procurement is critical for maintaining operational efficiency and regulatory compliance for NOAA's marine vessels. Interested small businesses must submit their quotes electronically by March 17, 2025, with questions directed to Chelsea Vera at chelsea.vera@noaa.gov by March 10, 2025, and the anticipated award date is around March 31, 2025.

    Point(s) of Contact
    VERA, CHELSEA
    (757) 828-6329
    CHELSEA.VERA@NOAA.GOV
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    1__RFQ_1305M225Q0083.pdf
    This document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) issued by the NOAA Office of Marine and Aviation Operations (OMAO) for a new Marine Sanitation Device for the NOAA Ship NANCY FOSTER. The contract will be awarded as a firm fixed price based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation method and is exclusively set aside for small businesses under the NAICS code 336611. Bids are required to include essential details such as the offeror's contact information, compliance statements with terms and conditions, and a comprehensive technical description of the proposed device. Quotes must be submitted electronically by March 17, 2025, with questions directed to a specified NOAA representative by March 10, 2025. The expected completion date for the project is within one year after award, with an anticipated award date around March 31, 2025. Participants are encouraged to register with the Contract Opportunities Vendor Notification Service and ensure they are in the SAM database to be considered for the award. The document emphasizes compliance with all submission requirements to avoid exclusion from consideration.
    2__SOW_1305M225Q0083.pdf
    The NOAA Ship NANCY FOSTER is seeking procurement of a new Marine Sanitation Device (MSD) that complies with MARPOL 73/78 and USCG regulations. Key requirements include an electro-oxidation sewage processing system, NEMA 7 electrical enclosures, and a design that contains odors within the unit while excluding active biological agents. The system requires a 3-phase, 480VAC, 60hz power source, and the bidder must provide 12 months of operating consumables. Additionally, bidders are tasked with performing a ship-check to create detailed installation drawings, including redesigning the galley drainage system and incorporating a grease trap. Draft documents are to be submitted by April 7, 2025, with final specifications due by May 15, 2025. Delivery of the unit and installation materials will be to an East Coast or Gulf Coast shipyard. Kenyon Zitzka is the main point of contact for this procurement process. This RFP demonstrates NOAA's commitment to maintaining compliance and operational efficiency for its marine vessels.
    Sol_1305M225Q0083.pdf
    The document pertains to a federal Request for Proposal (RFP) for the procurement of a new Marine Sanitation Device, identified by the solicitation number 1305M225Q0083. The RFP is set to be administered by a specified facility, with offers due by March 3, 2025. The solicitation aims to establish a firm-fixed-price contract for commercial items, delineating requirements for vendor qualifications, including small business classifications (e.g., service-disabled veteran-owned, HUBZone, and economically disadvantaged women-owned businesses). It includes numerous regulatory compliance references and clauses regarding the contractor’s obligations concerning legislative requirements, including tax liabilities, child labor certifications, and the use of covered telecommunications equipment. The document outlines necessary actions by offerors, including representation and certifications to confirm compliance with various federal laws and procurement regulations. The objective is to ensure that selected contractors adhere to standards that protect the government’s interests while providing essential services and equipment. This RFP epitomizes the structured approach the federal government employs in soliciting bids and ensuring contractor accountability through stringent guidelines and conditions tied to federal acquisition policies.
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