Binghampton WFO NWR Syracuse Maintenance
ID: 1305M325Q0071Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL OCEANIC AND ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATIONDEPT OF COMMERCE NOAASEATTLE, WA, 98115, USA

NAICS

Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT COMPONENTS (J059)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is seeking quotes from qualified small businesses for non-personal maintenance services for the Binghampton Weather Forecast Office (WFO) NOAA Weather Radio (NWR) in Syracuse, NY. The contract will cover maintenance services over a five-year period, from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2030, with the possibility of four additional option years, requiring contractors to provide all necessary labor, equipment, and materials to maintain the transmitter systems in accordance with a detailed Statement of Work (SOW). This procurement is critical for ensuring the operational standards necessary for effective weather broadcasting, which is vital for public safety. Interested contractors must submit their quotes electronically by February 21, 2025, and maintain an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM). For further inquiries, contact Stephanie Mas at STEPHANIE.MAS@NOAA.GOV or call 303-578-6768.

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    The document outlines the Past Performance Questionnaire to be completed by contractors and their client references as part of federal government contracting processes. Contractors must fill in their information, contract details, and project descriptions. The questionnaire seeks a detailed evaluation of the contractor’s performance in various categories, including quality, schedule, cost control, management, regulatory compliance, and overall customer satisfaction. The client reference is required to rate the contractor based on defined categories using a rating system of Exceeds, Satisfactory, Unsatisfactory, or Not Applicable. Additionally, the client reference must provide their contact information, describe their involvement in the project, and answer questions regarding the contractor's effectiveness, issue resolution, and willingness to hire the contractor again. The government reserves the right to verify any submitted information. This structured feedback mechanism aims to assess a contractor's reliability and performance for future opportunities in federal and possibly local government bids.
    The document is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for non-personal maintenance services for the Binghampton Weather Forecast Office (WFO) NOAA Weather Radio (NWR) in Syracuse, NY, issued by NOAA. The solicitation seeks quotes from small businesses for maintenance services spanning five years, starting from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2030, with a total of four option years. Contractors are expected to provide all necessary labor, equipment, and materials to maintain the transmitter systems, ensuring compliance with a detailed Statement of Work (SOW) that outlines rigorous performance and operational standards. The document specifies the evaluation criteria for bids, highlighting the relative importance of technical approach and past performance over pricing. All quotes should be submitted electronically by February 21, 2025, along with a completed Offeror Representations and Certifications form. The contractor must maintain an active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) and possess the necessary qualifications and experience in high-power radio frequency systems. Utilization of the FedConnect® web portal for contract administration is mandated, ensuring proper management and communication throughout the performance of the services required. The document serves to invite qualified small businesses to contribute to essential NOAA services, ensuring operational standards necessary for public safety through effective weather broadcasting.
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