Notice to Intent to Sole Source
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
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), specifically its Marine Operations Center, Acquisition, Accountability, and Analysis Branch, intends to negotiate on a sole source basis with AML Oceanographic of British Columbia, CA. The procurement is for Supervision and Training by AML Oceanographic for the MVP System installation on the NOAA Reuben Lasker. This sole source determination is based on the urgency of the need for immediate service. This notice is not a request for competitive proposals.
Scope of Work
Provide specialized supervision and training services for the installation of the MVP System on the NOAA Reuben Lasker vessel.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Intent to Sole Source)
- Set-Aside: None specified (sole source)
- Response Due: June 6, 2026 (10 days after publication)
- Published: May 27, 2026
- Product/Service Code: J020 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Ship And Marine Equipment)
- Place of Performance: CA 92101, United States
Evaluation
This is not a request for competitive proposals. However, firms that believe they can provide the required grooming service that fully meets the Government's requirements may submit substantiating documentation in writing. This documentation will be evaluated solely to determine if competitive procurement is feasible. The Government retains discretion regarding competitive procurement based on responses.
Additional Notes
No solicitation package is available. Oral communications are not acceptable in response to this notice. For inquiries, contact Isaac Bright at ISAAC.BRIGHT@NOAA.GOV.