ProTech 2.0 - Weather Domain RFP
ID: 1305M425R0001Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Engineering Services (541330)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: OTHER (R499)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/58dd5fc28b68440e9337c8f4cbacad44/view
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    Description

    The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is issuing a Request for Proposal (RFP# 1305M425R0001) for the ProTech 2.0 - Weather Domain, aimed at acquiring Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services. This procurement is a total small business set-aside and encompasses a five-year base period with an option for an additional five years, supporting NOAA's National Weather Service and other related offices with a ceiling amount of $8 billion across four domains: Satellite, Fisheries, Oceans, and Weather. The services sought include scientific research, data processing, forecasting assistance, and technical support, which are crucial for enhancing NOAA's capabilities in weather, water, and climate data. Interested parties should direct inquiries to Pierre Smith at pierre.s.smith@noaa.gov or Lucjan Haber at lucjan.haber@noaa.gov, and are advised to monitor SAM for updates and amendments related to the solicitation.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Pierre Smith
    pierre.s.smith@noaa.gov
    Lucjan Haber
    lucjan.haber@noaa.gov
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    Attachments for RFP 1305M425R0001 - ProTech Weather 2.0.zip
    RFP 1305M425R0001 - ProTech 2.0 - Weather Domain.pdf
    The U.S. Department of Commerce issued a Request for Proposal (RFP# 1305M425R0001) for Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services under the ProTech program, specifically within the Weather Domain. This initiative involves a five-year base and potential five-year option agreement, with a ceiling amount of $8 billion allocated across four domains: Satellite, Fisheries, Oceans, and Weather, primarily supporting NOAA operations. The RFP outlines various contract line item numbers (CLINs) for task orders, providing flexibility in pricing such as Fixed-Price, Cost-Reimbursement, Time-and-Materials, and Labor-Hour contracts. The document emphasizes the program's objective to obtain high-quality services, enhance scientific capabilities, and contribute to NOAA's goals, particularly in weather, water, and climate data provision. The performance scope includes a wide range of services: scientific research, data processing, forecasting assistance, and technical support, targeting the improvement of NOAA's National Weather Service capabilities. Services are anticipated to take place globally and feature collaboration with core partners in emergency management, planning, and decision-making, reinforcing NOAA's role in safeguarding economic and environmental interests through informed operational strategies. The RFP highlights strict adherence to federal acquisition regulations and comprehensive deliverables for performance assessment.
    SF-33 for RFP 1305M425R0001.pdf
    The document is a federal solicitation (RFP) identified as 1305M425R0001 for the provision of supplies or services. It describes the terms and conditions under which offers should be submitted, focusing on the importance of compliance with submission deadlines and requirements. The solicitation appears to be conducted under a negotiated process, implying a more flexible approach compared to sealed bids. Key sections include instructions for submission, evaluation factors, and representations needed from offerors. Including a table of contents, the file outlines necessary parts such as contract clauses, special requirements, and administrative data. Important details specify the official contact for inquiries and stipulate submission guidelines, emphasizing the need to address amendments and payment processes accurately. The solicitation also notes a bidding duration of 365 calendar days and is facilitated by Pierre S. Smith of NOAA. Overall, the document serves as a formal invitation for proposals, providing potential contractors with all necessary information to prepare their bids while ensuring compliance with federal contracting regulations. The structured format represents standard practices for federal procurements, aiming for transparency and fairness in the awarding of contracts.
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