NOAA Fisheries AKFSC MSI Brand Name Crane Scales
ID: 1333MF25Q0007Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL OCEANIC AND ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATIONDEPT OF COMMERCE NOAAKANSAS CITY, MO, 64106, USA

NAICS

Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling Industrial Process Variables (334513)

PSC

WINCHES, HOISTS, CRANES, AND DERRICKS (3950)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Jan 6, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Jan 6, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Jan 21, 2025, 10:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Commerce, specifically the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Fisheries, is seeking to procure two MSI 4260C brand name crane scales for the Alaska Fisheries Science Center. The procurement aims to fulfill specific technical requirements, including a capacity of 20,000 pounds and wireless connectivity, with options for additional scales over the next four years. These crane scales are essential for accurate data collection in fisheries assessments, supporting NOAA's commitment to effective resource management. Interested small businesses must submit their quotes electronically by January 21, 2025, and can direct inquiries to Christie Lang at CHRISTIE.LANG@NOAA.GOV or by phone at 206-526-6715.

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Jan 6, 2025, 9:05 PM UTC
The document outlines a Request for Quote (RFQ) by NOAA Fisheries for the purchase of MSI brand crane scales, specifically model MSI 4260C, as part of a best value, firm fixed price solicitation aimed at small businesses. The intent is to acquire two crane scales for the base year, with options for additional scales over the next four years, all maintaining specific technical specifications, including a 20,000-pound capacity and wireless connectivity features. Potential vendors are required to be authorized partners or resellers and must submit quotes electronically by January 21, 2025. The selected contractor will be responsible for shipping the scales to the Alaska Fisheries Science Center in Seattle, with delivery requested by May 1 of each contract year. Each quote will be evaluated on both price and technical capability, emphasizing the importance of meeting prescribed specifications. The document also highlights the regulatory requirements and the expectation of rigorous adherence to FAR clauses. This solicitation reflects NOAA’s commitment to resource management through accurate data collection in fisheries assessments.
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