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54 -- 8' x 12' FIBERGLASS SHELTER

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NRMAL0507011KARFederal

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The U.S. Department of Commerce, through the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), intends to negotiate a sole source contract with Vertex Plastics, Inc. for the procurement of four specialized fiberglass shelters. These shelters are designed to support the Air Force's 449 MHz radar wind profiler systems at Tethered Aerostat Radar System sites and must adhere to stringent specifications, including withstanding wind speeds up to 150 mph, constructed from a seamless fiberglass outer and inner shell with foam insulation, and excluding plywood framing. The shelters are engineered to accommodate heavy equipment with lifting points capable of managing the shelter’s weight plus additional loads such as two 300-pound air conditioning units and 2,000 pounds of interior equipment. Additional requirements include fiberglass walls, floors, and ceilings with R-11 insulation minimum, a three-foot by seven-foot marine-grade, watertight exterior door, and ensuring the shelter is airtight with low heat transfer. This acquisition falls under the simplified acquisition procedures (FAR Part 13), not exceeding $100,000, and is solicited without competitive bidding, though information may be sought to assess whether competition would serve government interests. The solicitation number is NRMAL0507011KAR, with the anticipated award date on November 17, 2004. The procurement effort is managed by NOAA in Seattle, WA, with Kelly A. Rima as the purchasing agent. Contractors interested or seeking further information are directed to comply with registration requirements via the Central Contractor Registry and submit inquiries in writing, preferably by email. This approach ensures the government meets the technical and operational needs critical for radar system deployment in challenging environments.

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NOAA to sole source contract four fiberglass shelters for Air Force radar sites, $100,000 limit.

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Department Of Commerce Noaa

NAICS

236210 - Industrial Building Construction

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PostedOct 29

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Commerce Noaa

Contacts1 person available

OfficeSEATTLE, WA, 98115, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Commerce Noaa

Office AddressSEATTLE, WA, 98115, USA

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Kelly A RimaPurchasing Agent

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+1 (555) 000-0000

Full Description

The U. S. Department of Commerce, National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) proposes to negotiate on a sole source basis, under the authority of 41 U.S.C. 253(c)(1), with Vertex Plastics, Inc. for the purchase of four fiberglass shelters. The Environmental Technology Laboratory (ETL) is providing the Air Force with 449 MHz radar wind profiler (RWP) systems for use at the Tethered Aerostat Radar System (TARS) sites. Due to the intended use and final destination for the shelters, the following specifications are mandatory requirements:1) Wind load specifications to withstand winds of 150 miles per hour. 2) Fiberglass construction to consist of one piece, outer and inner shell, with foam insulation between. No plywood framing. 3) Lifting points capable of lifting the weight of the shelter, two 300 pound air conditioning units, and 2000 pounds of additional weight of interior equipment. 4) Fiberglass walls, floor and ceiling. Wall and ceiling insulation of R-11 minimum. 5) Three foot by seven foot Marine, watertight, left hand swing exterior door. 6) Shelter must be air tight and have a low heat transfer coefficient. This procurement is being conducted per FAR Part 13, Simplified Acquisition Procedures (NTE 100K). This synopsis is issued for information only. No competitive solicitation is planned. Information submitted in response to this notice will be used solely to determine whether or not use of competitive procedures to fulfill this requirement would be in the Government's best interest and must address qualifications pertinent to this requirement. FAR Clauses in full text are available at http://www.ARNET.gov/far/. Any contractors doing business with the Government must now be registered with the Central Contractor Registry. The web site is http://www.ccr.gov/. Agency level protest procedures can be found on web site http://oamweb.osec.doc.gov/conops/reflib/alp1296.htm. Any questions regarding this notice must be submitted in writing to the attention of Ms. Rima (e-mail preferred). Anticipated award date is November 17, 2004.