The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), under solicitation number 1305M224Q0319, is seeking quotes for annual shipyard services for the research vessel Minke. The contract is anticipated to span from December 2024 to April 2025, with performance located within 50 miles of Santa Barbara, CA. The request is set aside for small businesses, with a specific focus on the NAICS code 336611 - Ship Building and Repairing.
The contract includes a primary line item for annual haul-out services, and a secondary "Growth CLIN" which allows for additional funds if unexpected conditions arise during the job. Contractors must comply with various federal regulations and are encouraged to conduct a site visit before submission. Quotes are due by September 11, 2024, and must include specific information regarding the offeror's capabilities and compliance with terms.
This RFP demonstrates NOAA's commitment to maintaining its fleet and fostering opportunities for small businesses within federal contracting processes, adhering to established procurement protocols and regulations.
The Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the requirements for shipyard services on the NOAA Research Vessel Minke, scheduled for maintenance from December 16, 2024, to April 30, 2025. The vessel is 29 feet long, with specific performance requirements to support research missions in the Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary. The contractor will be responsible for all services, labor, and materials required, and must uphold vessel safety during maintenance.
Key tasks include hauling the vessel out of the water for thorough cleaning, inspecting through-hulls and transducers, touching up the bottom paint, and servicing Yamaha 300XCA engines with 550 hours of use. The contractor must adhere to safety and quality standards set by ABYC and USCG, and address any unrelated defects discovered during the work via a Condition Found Report.
The contract will be awarded based on a low-price, technically acceptable evaluation, emphasizing the contractor's experience with aluminum catamarans and welding, ensuring capability within proximity to the vessel's home port in Santa Barbara, CA. This SOW reflects NOAA's commitment to maintaining operational readiness for critical marine research and educational missions.