Notice of Intent to Negotiate a Sole-Source Contract - Loligo ApS Swim Tunnel Respirometer
ID: 143061-24-0101Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

PSC

LABORATORY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (6640)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/f3760cb7b50548ddbcddf13e2690cbd2/view
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    Notice of Intent to Negotiate a Sole-Source Contract - Loligo ApS Swim Tunnel Respirometer
    The Department of Commerce, specifically the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), has issued a Special Notice for the procurement of a swim tunnel respirometer and components. This equipment is typically used for respirometry research of aquatic organisms in relation to ocean acidification. It allows researchers to monitor and measure the metabolic processes of aquatic organisms in response to changes in sea water conditions. The procurement will be conducted on a sole-source basis with Loligo Systems ApS, as they are the manufacturer of the appropriate swim tunnel respirometers that provide the necessary real-time monitoring and sensing capabilities.
    The swim tunnel respirometer and components are essential for NOAA's research projects, which aim to study critical environmental factors affecting marine organism survivability, lifespan, and behaviors. By modeling and testing evolving ocean conditions, including pH and temperature changes, researchers can better understand ocean acidity and water quality changes. The swim tunnel respirometry system will allow researchers to manipulate water quality in a controlled environment and accurately measure changes in an organism's metabolic processes. It offers flexibility, mobility, a small footprint, and provides definitive measurements of oxygen content in closed chambers.
    This notice of intent is not a request for competitive quotes, and no solicitation package is available. However, firms that believe they can provide equipment or services meeting the government's requirements may submit substantiating documentation within 15 days after publication of this synopsis. The government will evaluate such documentation solely to determine whether or not to conduct the procurement on a competitive basis.
    All responsible sources may submit a Capability Statement by June 20, 2024, for consideration by NOAA. The Capability Statement should provide sufficient detail to demonstrate the ability to meet all requirements. It is important to note that incomplete statements will not be considered, and phone calls regarding this notice will not be accepted.
    Interested parties should send their responses via email to Jason Jenks at jason.jenks@noaa.gov. The subject line of the email should read: Announcement Number: 143061-24-0101, Project Title: NOAA NMFS RACE Swim Tunnel Respirometry System Sensors and Components package FY24.
    It is also worth mentioning that all contractors doing business with NOAA's AFSC Operations, Management, and Information Division must be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM). Registration in SAM, which requires a valid Tax ID number and Cage Code, is necessary for eligibility to receive an award.
    Overall, this notice highlights the intent to procure a swim tunnel respirometer and components for respirometry research of aquatic organisms in relation to ocean acidification. The equipment will enable real-time monitoring and measurement of metabolic processes in response to sea water condition changes, contributing to NOAA's research on marine organism survivability and water quality changes.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jason Jenks
    jason.jenks@noaa.gov
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