Space Weather Observations - Mission Operations Services (SWO-MOS) DRAFT REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP)
ID: DRAFT_1332KP24R0034Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL OCEANIC AND ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATIONDEPT OF COMMERCE NOAASILVER SPRING, MD, 20910, USA

NAICS

Computer Systems Design Services (541512)

PSC

IT and Telecom - End User as a Service: Help Desk;Tier 1-2,Workspace,Print,Output,Productivity Tools (DE10)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/0132fbc4250444dca0be48b3899e01bc/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Commerce, through the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), is seeking proposals for the Space Weather Observations - Mission Operations Services (SWO-MOS) under a draft Request for Proposal (RFP). This procurement aims to establish a single-award Indefinite-Delivery Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) contract to provide a multi-mission operational service framework for space weather environmental observations, critical for national safety and disaster preparedness. The contract will support various initiatives, including satellite operations and data management, with a planned duration of ten years, comprising a five-year base period and a five-year option. Interested contractors are encouraged to participate in a virtual Industry Day on March 27, 2025, to gain insights into the project requirements and submit feedback on the draft solicitation by April 15, 2025. For further inquiries, potential offerors may contact Todd Blose at todd.blose@noaa.gov or Recarlo Applewhite at Recarlo.Applewhite@noaa.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Todd Blose
    todd.blose@noaa.gov
    Recarlo Applewhite
    Recarlo.Applewhite@noaa.gov
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    Draft RFP 1332KP24R0034.pdf
    The draft Request for Proposal (RFP) outlines the Space Weather Observations - Mission Operations Services (SWO-MOS) contract, a single-award Indefinite-Delivery Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) contract intended to establish a multi-mission operational service framework for space weather environmental observations. An Industry Day is scheduled for March 27, 2025, providing potential contractors an opportunity to understand project requirements and submit inquiries ahead of the proposal deadline. Feedback on the draft solicitation is encouraged until April 15, 2025. The IDIQ contract has a planned ten-year life, comprising a five-year base period and a five-year option, with various task order types including Firm-Fixed-Price, Time-and-Materials, and Cost-Reimbursement available. The document includes specific clauses for tasks, deliverables, quality inspections, and administrative protocols, emphasizing compliance with federal regulations. Key responsibilities include maintaining an impressive supply chain risk assessment program and ensuring contractor accountability for subcontractor payments and project progress. Overall, this RFP is a vital instrument aimed at strengthening capabilities in space weather forecasting to enhance predictive services.
    SWO-MOS Base Performance Work Statement.pdf
    The document outlines the Base Performance Work Statement (PWS) for the Space Weather Observations Mission Operations Services (SWO-MOS), set to be active from February 26, 2025, to February 26, 2030. This Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract, managed by the NOAA's National Environmental Satellite, Data, and Information Service (NESDIS), aims to support various space weather observation initiatives critical for national safety and disaster preparedness. Key components include the development and maintenance of operational services for the SWO observatories, which will collect and process data from space weather instruments in multiple orbits. The contractor will manage satellite operations, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with project schedules. Primary deliverables include satellite data management, operator training, systems integration, and adherence to information security protocols. The structure comprises an introduction to the NESDIS mission, definitions of key terms, and a comprehensive overview of roles and responsibilities under the contract. Emphasis is placed on a collaborative approach between NOAA and contractors, ensuring rigorous quality management, risk assessment, and continuous system improvement to meet evolving mission requirements. This outlines a proactive response to space weather events, underlining the government’s commitment to advancing environmental data capabilities.
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