NOS CO-OPS Vessel

The Department of Commerce NOAA is seeking information from potential vendors for the NOS CO-OPS Vessel, as outlined in the Notice and Draft Statement of Need with Specifications. This sources-sought solicitation, identified by number REQUIREMENTS-26-1228 and posted on June 25, 2026, is not subject to any small business set-aside. The North American Industry Classification System code 336612 indicates the scope relates to shipbuilding and repairing, suggesting the requirement involves the procurement or support of a specialized vessel for coastal and ocean monitoring operations. Proposals must be submitted by July 9, 2026, at 4:00 PM Eastern Time. The contract will be managed by the NOAA office located in Norfolk, Virginia, with performance expected to occur in Chesapeake, Ohio, despite the geographic mismatch indicating a likely data error. All inquiries should be directed to Heather Coleman, the primary point of contact, via her official email address. Interested parties are encouraged to review the full documentation through the provided SAM.gov link to understand technical requirements and submission guidelines.