63 -- Ghostnet Aerial and Nautical detection and tracking systems

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is awarding a sole source contract to Airborne Technologies, based in Wasilla, Alaska, for the continued development of advanced aerial imaging and buoy detection systems as part of the Ghostnet High Seas detection project. This project focuses on enhancing detection and tracking capabilities across maritime environments, specifically utilizing technologies for both aerial and nautical surveillance. Funding for this contract was specifically allocated to Airborne Technologies in the Fiscal Year 2004 appropriations law, and no public solicitation was issued for this award. The contract relates to North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 334511 and is managed by the Department of Commerce’s NOAA office located in Seattle, Washington. The point of contact for this contract is Purchasing Agent Michelle A. Sandoval, who can be reached by phone or email for additional information. The contract was officially posted on August 12, 2004, and supports NOAA’s mission to improve monitoring and detection capabilities in high seas environments through specialized imaging and tracking technologies.