NSSL Inspect and Wash ATD Radome
ID: 1305M325Q0108Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL OCEANIC AND ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATIONDEPT OF COMMERCE NOAASEATTLE, WA, 98115, USA

NAICS

All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (541990)

PSC

REPAIR OR ALTERATION OF ELECTRONIC AND COMMUNICATIONS FACILITIES (Z2BG)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/516570e3c28b44f0a7cc353cb1226704/view
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    Description

    The Department of Commerce, specifically the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), is seeking qualified contractors to provide inspection and washing services for the Advanced Technology Demonstrator (ATD) radar at the National Severe Storms Laboratory (NSSL) in Norman, Oklahoma. The procurement requires non-personal services, including all necessary labor, equipment, and materials, with the work expected to be completed by May 15, 2025. This service is crucial for maintaining the operational integrity of the radar system, which plays a significant role in severe weather research and forecasting. Interested small businesses must submit their quotes electronically by 12:00 PM MST/MDT on March 21, 2025, and can direct inquiries to Isabel Vigil at Isabel.Vigil@noaa.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    VIGIL, ISABEL
    (303) 578-8031
    ISABEL.VIGIL@NOAA.GOV
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    Past_Performance_Questionnaire_1305M325Q0108.pdf
    The Past Performance Questionnaire is designed for contractors to evaluate their performance on specific government contracts. Contractors are required to fill out initial sections, providing crucial information about their business and the contract in question, including contract details, scope, complexity, and client references. The document includes a rating scale for client references to assess the contractor's performance based on quality, schedule adherence, cost control, management effectiveness, regulatory compliance, and overall customer satisfaction. Ratings range from Exceeds (E) to Unsatisfactory (U), allowing clients to provide structured feedback. Furthermore, client references must outline their role, sign the document, and indicate if they would work with the contractor again. This questionnaire acts as a tool for the government to verify contractor credentials and past performance, ultimately guiding decisions on future contract opportunities and ensuring accountability within federal and local procurement processes. The structured feedback is pertinent to evaluating potential contractors for future solicitations, thereby influencing government contracting decisions.
    Sol_1305M325Q0108.pdf
    This Request for Quotation (RFQ) solicits bids for non-personal services to inspect and wash a new ESSCO S32-75 model radome situated on the Advanced Technology Demonstrator (ATD) at the National Severe Storms Laboratory (NSSL) in Norman, Oklahoma. The work is expected to be completed by May 15, 2025. The selected vendor will be responsible for all labor, equipment, and materials required for the task, including delivering a detailed written report post-service that documents the radome's condition and any necessary corrective actions. The contractor's performance standards must adhere to the manufacturer’s specifications, and any onsite work must occur during specified hours. The evaluation criteria for bids will focus on technical capability, past performance, and price, with a firm-fixed-price contract awarded to the most advantageous proposal. The RFQ also details compliance with various federal regulations, including those concerning telecommunications, workplace safety, and environmental standards. Submission instructions and contact information for site visits are provided to facilitate potential bidders.
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