Provide Husbandry Services to the NOAA Ship Pisces

This government Request for Quotation (RFQ) 1333MK26Q0031 outlines a solicitation for husbandry services for the NOAA Ship Pisces in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain. The contract is a firm fixed-price award based on best value, considering experience, past performance, availability, and price. Services include pilotage, tug services, pier space, line handlers, customs, immigration, potable water, waste removal, medical assistance, crew transportation, linen services, air freight, and fuel coordination. Optional services like brow and boom rental are also requested. The RFQ also covers pier security, procurement of miscellaneous supplies, forklift services, food stores, and ground transportation. Vendors must submit detailed quotes by March 13, 2026, including SAM registration, itemized costs, agreement with terms, and three references for similar past work. Questions must be submitted in writing by March 9, 2026. This acquisition is open for full and open competition under NAICS code 488310.

The Statement of Work (SOW) details the requirements for husbanding and associated services for the NOAA Ship Pisces during its visit to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain, between June 1 and September 15, 2026, with an estimated 10-day port call between July 8 and 25, 2026. The SOW outlines specific services under various Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs), including pilotage, tug services (optional quote), guaranteed pier space, line handlers, brow rental (optional quote), customs and immigration support, potable water, bilge water and oil residue removal, medical assistance, sewage removal, garbage disposal, airport crew transportation, linen service, air freight clearance and transfer, and fuel coordination (optional booming services). Additional CLINs cover pier-side security, procurement and delivery of miscellaneous parts and supplies, forklift services with an operator, food stores, ground transportation, and the overall responsibilities of the husbanding agent. All quotes must be in US Dollars, with detailed explanations for each service. The document specifies ship dimensions, identifies the Contracting Officer and Technical Point of Contact, and outlines invoicing and payment procedures.