NOAA Thomas Jefferson Survey Boats HSLs Overhaul
ID: 1305M225Q0050Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Boat Building (336612)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- SHIPS, SMALL CRAFT, PONTOONS, AND FLOATING DOCKS (J019)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/2b354484951243559544ebb450d3773d/view
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    The Department of Commerce, specifically the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), is seeking contractors for the overhaul and long-term storage of the NOAA Ship Thomas Jefferson's Small Boats HSL 2903 and HSL 2904. The procurement involves performing necessary maintenance and repairs at the contractor's facility, with coordination required with on-site personnel for the pickup and return of the boats during standard working hours. This opportunity is crucial for maintaining the operational readiness of NOAA's survey vessels, which play a vital role in marine research and environmental monitoring. Interested small businesses should contact Andre Frantz at andre.frantz@noaa.gov or call 757-317-0686 for further details, as this contract is set aside for total small business participation under NAICS code 336612, with work expected to be performed in Norfolk, VA.

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    FRANTZ, ANDRE
    (757) 317-0686
    ANDRE.FRANTZ@NOAA.GOV
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