IMET-54 Radiosondes Sources Sought
ID: 145034-25-0020SSType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing (334519)

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https://sam.gov/opp/7c4e91d57f614bde8d7c16a4b56c16d7/view
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    The Department of Commerce, specifically the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), is seeking information from potential suppliers regarding the IMET-54 Radiosondes, which are critical for high-resolution atmospheric profile measurements. The procurement aims to identify capable vendors for IMET-54 compatible radiosondes that will integrate with NOAA's Global Monitoring Laboratory (GML) systems in Boulder, Colorado, with an expected delivery date of November 7, 2025, under a Firm Fixed Price contract. These radiosondes are essential for measuring temperature, humidity, pressure, height, and wind, utilizing SkySonde telemetry for data transmission. Interested companies must submit their information, including company details and evidence of relevant experience, by August 16, 2025, to Darrin Moore at darrin.moore@noaa.gov.

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    Moore, Darrin
    darrin.moore@noaa.gov
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    Sources Sought 145034-25-0020.pdf
    NOAA's Global Monitoring Laboratory (GML) has issued a Sources Sought Notice for IMET-54 Radiosondes, essential for high-resolution atmospheric profile measurements. This market research aims to identify capable suppliers and inform future acquisition strategies, potentially utilizing small business programs. The requirement is for IMET-54 compatible radiosondes for the Boulder, CO GML, with an anticipated delivery by November 7, 2025, under a Firm Fixed Price contract. The NAICS code is 334519 with a 600-employee size standard. The radiosondes must integrate with GML's unique electronics to merge and transmit data via SkySonde telemetry, measuring temperature, humidity, pressure, height, and wind. Key technical specifications include specific ranges and resolutions for all measurements, along with telemetry and operational data. Companies can submit information by August 16, 2025, including company details, business size, evidence of similar experience, and confirmation of intent to propose.
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