HOGEN Testing & Troubleshooting Parts for the Sterling Field Support Center in Sterling, VA
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Eastern Acquisition Division-Kansas City, intends to negotiate and award a sole-source purchase order to Proton Energy Systems (Nel Hydrogen) for HOGEN Testing & Troubleshooting Parts.
Purpose & Scope
This procurement is for various HOGEN parts (P/N KT-0400-0189-1, 08-2303-0010, 54-0502-0247-2, 08-2301-0015) to be delivered to the Sterling Field Support Center in Sterling, VA. These parts are essential for creating a troubleshooting test stand for the Upper Air Help desk. This stand will enable the help desk to simulate field issues, troubleshoot problems quicker, and minimize downtime for critical operational weather observing equipment.
Sole Source Justification
NOAA's sole source determination is based on Nel Hydrogen being the only manufacturer of these proprietary HOGEN parts, which incorporate Nel/Proton components and software specific to their generators. These components cannot be sourced elsewhere.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sole Source Purchase Order (Pre-solicitation)
- Authority: FAR 6.103-1
- Intended Awardee: Proton Energy Systems (Nel Hydrogen), Wallingford, CT
- Place of Performance: Sterling, VA
- Product/Service Code: 5999 (Miscellaneous Electrical And Electronic Components)
- Published Date: May 29, 2026
- Response Due: June 16, 2026 (within 15 days of publication)
Response & Evaluation
This is not a request for competitive proposals. However, firms that believe they can fully meet the government's requirements may submit substantiating documentation or a request for additional information in writing to the Contract Specialist within 15 days of this notice's publication. Responses will be evaluated solely to determine if a competitive procurement is warranted. Oral communications are not acceptable.
Contact Information
- Contract Specialist: Abigail Green
- Email: abigail.green@noaa.gov
- Phone: 8164267469