Special Notice of Intent to Award Brand Name Mako

Statement of Need (SON)

To procure Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) equipment as Long Lead Time Material (LLTM) for the MODS to NOAA SHIP GORDON GUNTER Drydock Availability.

Procurement of specific SCBA equipment, including:

• Compressor Unit: Model # EA07H, 6000 PSI, 20.7 CFM, 460 Volt, Three Phase Electric Driven, 4 Stage Breathing Air Module, EconoAir Open Frame with specified components (automatic drain valve, emergency stop, hour meter, gauges, CO/Moisture indicator, Low Oil Pressure switch, auto start/stop, 15 HP motor, MK5C Grade E purifier).

• Fill Station: MAKO Model # SCFS2-3HP, Two SCBA Fill, 6000 PSI Rated, Three Bank Cascade Control, Containment Style with specified components (inlet & outlet gauges, regulators, control valves, auxiliary outlet, master fill valve, three fill whips, bypass valve).

• Storage System: Two 6000 psi ISO/DOT cylinders (10-year hydro, 2036 CF) with Storage Cylinder Rack MKBVS22C2D, Breathing Air Storage System (includes 2 cylinders with CGA-702 nuts/nipples and interconnecting hoses).

• All items must be new and in new condition.

• Compressor unit must be less than 30" in one horizontal dimension, or have removable/reinstallable components.

• Bottle foundation and charging station must be less than 24" in one horizontal dimension.

• Equipment to be supplied with operational, maintenance, and technical manuals, installation information, and drawings.

• Items to be palletized and packed in wooden crates.

• Delivery of equipment to Pascagoula, MS by September 01, 2026.

• 151 Watts Ave, Pascagoula, MS, 39567

• Technical POC: Lucas Chapman (lucas.chapman@noaa.gov, 301-346-5421).

• Shipcheck Dates: June 16-20, 2026, in Pascagoula, MS.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation (Solicitation Number: 1333MK26Q0068) for the procurement of "Equipment, material, and documentation in accordance with Statement of Need." The award type is firm-fixed-price.

• The primary deliverable is "Equipment, material, and documentation in accordance with Statement of Need."

• The document incorporates numerous Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses, including those related to:

  • Prohibition on Contracting With Inverted Domestic Corporations (FAR 52.209-2, 52.209-10)
  • Protecting the Government's Interest When Subcontracting With Contractors Debarred, Suspended, Proposed for Debarment, or Voluntarily Excluded (FAR 52.209-6)
  • Updates of Publicly Available Information Regarding Responsibility Matters (FAR 52.209-9)
  • Representation by Corporations Regarding Delinquent Tax Liability or a Felony Conviction (FAR 52.209-11)
  • Violation of Arms Control Treaties or Agreements-Certification (FAR 52.209-13)
  • Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial Products and Commercial Services (FAR 52.212-4)
  • Pollution Prevention and Right-to-Know Information (FAR 52.223-5)
  • F.o.b. Destination (FAR 52.247-34)
  • Waste Reduction Program (FAR 52.223-10)

• Award Type: Firm-fixed-price.

• Period of Performance: 05/28/2026 to 11/06/2026.

• Offer Due Date: 05/27/2026 at 0900 Eastern Daylight Time.

• Evaluation Factors (FAR 52.212-2):

  1. Technical Acceptability/Capability
  2. Past Performance (requires at least two references from similar, recent contracts within the past two years).
  3. Specification Sheet, Authorized OEM Letter to sell or distribute products.
  4. Price (Firm Fixed, FOB Destination).

• Technical and past performance combined are not as important as brand name and price.

• Past performance information will be used to determine successful performance, quality, timeliness, cost management, communication, proactive management, and customer satisfaction.

• Offerors lacking past performance history will receive a neutral rating.

• This acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• North American Industry Classification Standard (NAICS) Code: 324191

• Size Standard: 900

• The solicitation incorporates FAR 52.212-1 and FAR 52.212-3 by reference.

• The solicitation includes attachments such as a "Sole Source Letter - NOAA, MS - 4_16_2026 (1)" and "SON - GU SCBA Equipment (1)".

• Delivery is needed by June 2nd, 2026, to NOAA Ship Gordon Gunter, FLETC, 2238 Hobson Ave, North Charleston, SC, 29405.

• Payment requests must be submitted electronically through the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform System (IPP).

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Single Source Determination using Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP) for an action not exceeding the Simplified Acquisition Threshold, authorized by FAR 13.106-1(b)(1). The procurement is for LLM (likely a type of equipment, e.g., Life-Line Training equipment) with a preferred delivery date of 9/1/2026. This is an urgent need for an upcoming October DRYDOCK availability, requiring immediate procurement due to lead times for installation. The capability is essential for emergency response readiness.

• Procurement of LLM equipment.

• Equipment must be available for installation during the October DRYDOCK availability.

• The capability is required for emergency response readiness.

• Estimated value: $50,000 to $60,000.

• The document does not explicitly state the contract type or period of performance beyond the delivery date.

• This document is a determination for a single source, not a solicitation for proposals. It outlines the rationale for not using competitive procedures.

• Not applicable, as this is a single-source determination.

• The rationale for single source includes urgency due to unusual and compelling circumstances, potential for unacceptable delays, and risk of serious injury to the Government if not procured promptly.

• Central Alabama Training Solutions (CATS) is identified as the single source.

• MAKO equipment is specified, with rationale including compatibility with existing NOAA vessels, reduced training requirements, availability of spares, and avoidance of equipment non-familiarity risks.

• Other manufacturers' equipment was found to be physically larger, requiring substantial additional costs for installation, and comparable equipment was significantly more expensive.

• Market research contacted other manufacturers and distributors.

• The Port Engineer and Contracting Officer have certified the requirement and made the determination for a sole source.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a letter dated April 16, 2026, from Eddie Lacefield of Mako Products to Lucas Chapman at NOAA. It serves as confirmation regarding MAKO Authorized Distributor Information.

The letter states that Central Alabama Training Solutions is the sole authorized distributor for MAKO breathing air products in Mississippi. This includes new unit sales, OEM spare parts, and warranty/service for products within the state. Their service technicians are required to renew certifications every five years. This information is relevant to NOAA if they are considering purchasing or servicing MAKO breathing air products in Mississippi, as it clarifies the authorized channels for these activities.