Intent to Sole Source: NOAA Ship Rainier Gyro System
ID: NM-AN2120-23-01426Type: Special Notice
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COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL OCEANIC AND ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATIONDEPT OF COMMERCE NOAANORFOLK, VA, 23510, USA

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NAVIGATIONAL INSTRUMENTS (6605)

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https://sam.gov/opp/b71d2a714ca54c80b3755f8b96bc19e9/view
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    Special Notice: COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OF, NATIONAL OCEANIC AND ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATION intends to sole source a replacement gyro system for NOAA Ship Rainier. The gyro system, provided by iXBlue, Inc., will replace the existing two gyros and gyro controller on the ship. This replacement is necessary to ensure highly reliable and maintenance-free gyros, reducing downtime and eliminating maintenance costs associated with existing mechanical gyros. The gyro system is a navigational instrument used for accurate orientation and navigation of the ship. The place of performance for this procurement is Newport, OR 97365, USA. For more information, contact Mark Dye at mark.dye@noaa.gov or 7574416468.

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    Mark Dye
    (757) 441-6468
    mark.dye@noaa.gov
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