Port Agent Services in Cleveland, OH forNOAA Shi
ID: 1333MK25Q0038Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL OCEANIC AND ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATIONDEPT OF COMMERCE NOAAKANSAS CITY, MO, 64106, USA

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Port and Harbor Operations (488310)

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HOUSEKEEPING- OTHER (S299)

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https://sam.gov/opp/401afa4fcab34e2db7ca4d33c9fe1a48/view
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    The Department of Commerce, specifically the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), is seeking qualified vendors to provide port agent services for the NOAA Ship Thomas Jefferson during its transit through the St. Lawrence Seaway and Welland Canal from April 1 to April 27, 2025. The selected port agent will be responsible for pilotage coordination, managing tolls and anchorage fees, providing tie-up services, and ensuring compliance with necessary documentation, including transit declarations and ballast water reporting. This procurement is critical for supporting NOAA's hydrographic research efforts in the Great Lakes region, ensuring safe and efficient navigation for the vessel. Interested small businesses must submit detailed quotes by the specified deadline, with inquiries directed to Christopher Baker at CHRISTOPHER.BAKER@NOAA.GOV or by phone at 757-317-0683.

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    BAKER, CHRISTOPHER
    (757) 317-0683
    CHRISTOPHER.BAKER@NOAA.GOV
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    Sol_1333MK25Q0038.pdf
    The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is soliciting quotes for services related to pilotage coordination within the Great Lakes region for NOAA Ship Thomas Jefferson under Request for Quote (RFQ) number 1333MK25Q0038. The procurement is set aside for small businesses, utilizing NAICS code 336611, which includes a size standard of 1,250 employees. The intended contract period spans from April 1, 2025, to April 27, 2025. Interested vendors must submit detailed quotes, including compliance with all solicitation requirements, a breakdown of costs, and evidence of relevant experience. Key evaluation criteria include capability, availability, and pricing, with an emphasis on providing a best value trade-off to the government. Responses must be in writing, and the government is not liable for non-receipt of quotes. Inquiries regarding the solicitation must be directed to the designated NOAA contracting officer. The proposal outlines necessary certifications and representations related to various business categories, ensuring wide participation from small and disadvantaged businesses.
    TJ_SOW_Seaway_Port_Agent_2025.pdf
    The Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the requirements for port agent services during the NOAA Ship Thomas Jefferson's transit through the St. Lawrence Seaway and Welland Canal from April 1 to April 27, 2025, as part of its hydrographic research in the Great Lakes. The port agent will be responsible for pilotage coordination, covering specified waterways, handling tolls and anchorage fees, providing tie-up services, and ensuring the necessary documentation is submitted, including transit declarations and ballast water reporting. The document specifies that the Contracting Officer is the sole authority for changes and details the Technical Point of Contact for coordination. Payment terms allow for partial payments after each port visit, with invoices directed to both the Executive Officer and the Contracting Officer. This SOW demonstrates a structured approach to securing necessary services for government operations, ensuring compliance and effective management during the vessel's critical research mission.
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