Bid #1333MK26Q0087. Contact: christopher.baker@noaa.gov. DOC - Noaa - Omao. NOTICE OF INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE Special Notice This notice of intent is not a request for competitive quotes and no solicitation package is available. However, firms that. Due Jun 29 (14 days left).
NOTICE OF INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE Special Notice 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 service that fully meets the Government's requirements may submit substantiating documentation to the identified point of contact within 5 days after publication of this synopsis. Such documentation will be evaluated solely for the purpose of determining whether or not to conduct this procurement on a competitive basis. Responses can be sent via e-mail to christopher.baker@noaa.gov . A determination by the Government not to conduct a competitive procurement, based upon responses to this notice, is solely within the discretion of the Government. Oral communications are not acceptable in response to this notice. NOAA's Marine Operations Center, Acquisition Branch, intends to negotiate, on a sole source basis, under authority of FAR 6.103 other than full and open competition; with Wing Inflatable, Inc, 3701 Mt Diablo Blvd. Suite #100 Lafayette, California 94549 for the following. 2. SCOPE 2.1.This specification contains the general requirements for work performed by the Small Boats Repair Contractor (Contractor) for two of NOAA Ship Nancy Foster’s small boats. These general requirements apply to all work items contained in this work package, including but not limited to the service that is listed. 2.2.There are two (2) small boats covered under this Scope of Work, with the following particulars: 2.2.1. HRN 1718 a.k.a. NF-2 – 17ft Katanacraft Extreme RIB, manufactured in 2016, 3450 lb displacement, Hull Number 22816501G617, aluminum hull w/ foam hybrid sponson, Yamaha F90XTR Outboard Engine, S/N 61PX1084286. 2.2.2. HRN 1605 a.k.a NF-3 – 17ft Northwind Marine Custom RIB, manufactured in 2011, 2800 lb displacement, Hull Number NWP17140L511, aluminum hull w/ foam hybrid sponson, Yamaha F90XTR Outboard Engine, S/N 61PX1084286. 2.3.
DOC - NOAA - OMAO issued this marine and coastal opportunity, referenced as solicitation number 1333MK26Q0087. It was published on June 12, 2026, and responses are due by June 29, 2026. Questions can be directed to christopher.baker@noaa.gov.
DOC - NOAA - OMAO is using this solicitation to procure marine work. Public agencies typically advertise this kind of work as a Request for Proposals (RFP), evaluating bidders on a combination of qualifications, technical approach, and price. Bidders responding to a marine solicitation are generally expected to provide proof of liability insurance and workers' compensation coverage, hold any state license or trade certification required for the scope of work, and post performance and payment bonds for contracts above the agency's threshold.
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To submit a proposal for this RFP, review the full solicitation documents for DOC - NOAA - OMAO's exact scope of work, submission format, and any mandatory pre-bid meeting or site visit. Responses must be received before the June 29, 2026 deadline — public agencies routinely reject late submissions regardless of cause. Confirm how the agency accepts responses — through an electronic procurement portal, as a sealed hard-copy bid, or by email — because the required method varies by agency and a non-conforming submission can be disqualified. Direct questions about scope or specifications to christopher.baker@noaa.gov before the agency's question cut-off date. Vendors that have not previously contracted with DOC - NOAA - OMAO should confirm whether registration on the agency's vendor system is required to be eligible for award.
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