R--Notice of Intent to Sole Source - UHDAS Support
Overview
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PSC
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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) intends to negotiate and award a sole-source contract to the University of Hawaii Currents Group for University of Hawaii Data Acquisition Systems (UHDAS) support services. This notice is not a solicitation, but interested parties may submit capability statements. The response deadline is June 25, 2026.
Scope of Work
NOAA requires specialized support for UHDAS, a system critical for acquiring, processing, monitoring, quality assurance, and archival preparation of shipboard Acoustic Doppler Current Profiler (ADCP) data. The services include:
- Operational support, software maintenance, and system monitoring
- Installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and training
- Technical consultation, operating system upgrades, and software updates
- Support for NOAA data management and archival workflows
- Support for existing UHDAS installations on NOAA vessels
- Installation and calibration on newly delivered vessels
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (intended sole-source)
- Period of Performance: One-year base period with four one-year option periods
- NAICS Code: 541990 All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
- Small Business Size Standard: $19.5 million
- Capability Statement Due: June 25, 2026, by 1:00 PM EST
- Published Date: June 10, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
This is a Notice of Intent, not a Request for Proposal (RFP) or Request for Quotation (RFQ). It does not restrict the Government's acquisition approach. However, any interested party believing they can meet the requirements may submit a statement of capabilities. NOAA will review these submissions to determine if the requirement will be competed. Capability statements must be emailed to Kelani Lawrence.
Additional Notes
The University of Hawaii Currents Group is identified as the sole provider and developer of UHDAS, possessing unique expertise and institutional knowledge. Contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for any potential award.