58 -- GPS RECEIVER/TIROS DRIFT DETECTOR(TDD) UNIT

The National Data Buoy Center (NDBC), part of the Department of Commerce, NOAA, plans to negotiate a contract with Telonics, Inc. located in Mesa, AZ, for the procurement of 18 integral GPS receiver/TDD units, model ST-14, and 18 dual feed GPS/ARGOS antennas. These units will feature the hermetic package option and operate within a temperature range of -40°C to +70°C, adhering to the technical specifications outlined in Telonics drawings CM006081 for the units and CM-4172-001 for the antennas. The antennas will be modified to have a round base with a bolt hole pattern compatible with standard NDBC antennas, ensuring seamless integration with the model ST-14 receivers. The power cable and dual antenna connectors are also included, and data transmission will follow the TO2 message format in a 220-second data-only mode. The contract delivery terms are FOB Destination, and the entire procurement is set aside exclusively for small business participation. The solicitation, identified by the number NWWG95200333463, was posted on May 2, 2003. The contract is managed through the Department of Commerce office based in Kansas City, MO. This procurement supports NDBC’s objectives to maintain and enhance its data collection capabilities via reliable GPS and ARGOS equipment for tracking and data buoy operations.