Intent to sole source - LI-COR H2O/CO2 Analyzer
ID: PMEL-24-0107Type: Special Notice
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COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL OCEANIC AND ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATIONDEPT OF COMMERCE NOAAKANSAS CITY, MO, 64106, USA

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Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

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LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)

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https://sam.gov/opp/78811b8771ed4d5bacc8ca085a28f946/view
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    Special Notice: Department of Commerce, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) intends to sole source a procurement for LI-COR H2O/CO2 Analyzer, calibration kit, power cable, and ethernet cable to be delivered to Seattle, Washington.

    The LI-COR CO2/H2O sensors are part of the existing system established across NOAA for eddy covariance flux measurement. These sensors are selected for their accuracy, reliability, and feasibility for applications to research vessels. They are considered the gold standard for eddy covariance flux measurement and are compatible with high-frequency anemometers for the measurement of all sea surface flux components (momentum, energy, and gases).

    Using a different sensor would compromise the uniformity of the NOAA data quality, as data collected by another sensor cannot be directly compared to data collected by other NOAA observers who use the LI-COR sensors. Therefore, NOAA has determined that LI-COR, Inc is the only vendor that manufactures and distributes the required CO2/H2O analyzers, calibration kit, power cable, and ethernet cable.

    The procurement has a delivery deadline of October 15, 2024, or as soon as possible. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals, and no solicitation package is available. However, firms that believe they can fully meet the government's requirements may submit substantiating documentation in writing to the identified point of contact within 15 days after the publication of this synopsis. The government will evaluate such documentation solely for the purpose of determining whether or not to conduct this procurement on a competitive basis. The decision to conduct a competitive procurement is solely within the discretion of the government. Oral communications will not be accepted in response to this notice.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Weiming Tan
    (516) 737-1332
    Weiming.Tan@noaa.gov
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