Description
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is seeking a qualified small‑business contractor to provide on‑site troubleshooting, repair, and tuning of the aft boiler (and related controls) on the NOAA research vessel Rainier. The work must be performed aboard the ship in Newport, Oregon, over a five‑day period (September 14‑18 2026). The contractor must supply all labor, materials, and necessary documentation, including past‑performance references, liability insurance, and a detailed technical approach. The solicitation is a total small‑business set‑aside, firm‑fixed‑price, with an all‑or‑none award and optional extensions up to six months. Quotes are due 4 PM PDT 08/28/2026; questions must be submitted by 4 PM PDT 08/26/2026.
• Scope: Diagnose unburnt‑fuel issue in aft boiler, adjust control/air/fuel settings on both forward and aft boilers, verify flame‑detector and program‑control set points.
• Deliverables: Fully functional aft boiler, tuned forward boiler, written technical report, warranty provisions.
• Period of Performance: 09/14/2026‑09/18/2026 (5 days).
• Place of Performance: NOAA Ship Rainier, Newport, OR.
• Evaluation: Technical approach & past performance weighted more heavily than price; firm‑fixed‑price award.
• Mandatory requirements: Active SAM registration, FedConnect registration, liability insurance, two recent references, and compliance with NAICS 336611 (Ship Building & Repair).
Attached files
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