PROVIDE BATTERIES TO THE NOAA SHIP FAIRWEATHER
ID: 1333MK25Q0053Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Battery Manufacturing (335910)

PSC

BATTERIES, RECHARGEABLE (6140)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/1746be1c1b034b06be184e8a3eb48512/view
Timeline
    Description

    The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is seeking quotations for the procurement of various types of batteries for the NOAA Ship Fairweather, located at the Ketchikan Facility in Alaska. The solicitation includes a total of five distinct battery types, each with specific technical specifications, including brands such as Centennial, US Battery, Optima, and Lifeline, to ensure operational compliance for hydrographic survey boats and emergency backup systems. This opportunity is a 100% small business set-aside under NAICS code 335910, with a submission deadline for quotes set for February 14, 2025, at 12:00 PM ET. Interested vendors must provide detailed proposals, including business identification, SAM registration, itemized pricing, and compliance with the solicitation's terms, and can direct inquiries to Alexander Cancela at alexander.cancela@noaa.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    CANCELA, ALEXANDER
    ALEXANDER.CANCELA@NOAA.GOV
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    Sol_1333MK25Q0053.pdf
    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the acquisition of various batteries by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Ketchikan Facility, with a due date for submissions set for February 14, 2025. This procurement is a firm-fixed-price contract, specifically a 100% small business set-aside under the NAICS code 335910, which entails a size standard of 1,250 employees. Vendors are invited to submit offers, including critical details such as business identification numbers, SAM registration page, itemized pricing, and compliance with specific terms and conditions stipulated in the RFP. Key supplies include batteries from brands like Centennial, US Battery, Optima, and others, requiring vendors to provide technical specifications, warranty information, and product availability. The solicitation emphasizes the need for authorized dealers or manufacturers, prohibiting third-party vendors. All inquiries must be routed through the designated NOAA representative, and early registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) is advised to facilitate eligibility for the award. The document underscores the government's strict adherence to procurement regulations while promoting small business participation and a competitive bidding environment.
    STATEMENT_OF_NEED.pdf
    The document outlines a requisition for batteries essential for powering NOAA’s hydrographic survey boats and emergency backup systems. The procurement includes five distinct battery types, each with specific technical specifications and performance requirements necessary for operational compliance. 1. **CLIN 0001** specifies eight 12VDC 115Ah batteries, requiring features like a discharge current of 1100 A and temperature tolerance ranging from -20°C to 60°C. 2. **CLIN 0002** calls for sixteen 6VDC 232Ah flooded lead-acid batteries, detailing important charge parameters and temperature adjustments. 3. **CLIN 0003** requests two 12VDC 66Ah AGM batteries with particular requirements for capacity and circuit specifications. 4. **CLIN 0004** includes one 12VDC 16Ah AGM battery, emphasizing high cranking capabilities and a wide operational temperature range. 5. **CLIN 0005** requires six 12VDC 255Ah batteries, able to handle significant cold cranking amps. Delivery is specified as FOB destination to the NOAA Ship Fairweather in Kodiak, Alaska. The document highlights the meticulous nature of federal requisitions, necessitating compliance with safety policies and operational readiness for maritime missions.
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