repair and/or calibration of the following equipment: 24 each Vaisala WS425D7A1C Ice Free Wind Sensors, ASN: S100-2A8MT3A2

The U.S. Department of Commerce’s National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, specifically the National Weather Service’s National Reconditioning Center, is issuing a purchase order for the repair and calibration of 24 Vaisala WS425D7A1C Ice Free Wind Sensors. These specialized sensors require maintenance services that only the original manufacturer, Vaisala, Inc., can provide, making this a sole source procurement. Extensive market research was conducted, including searches through the Small Business Administration’s Dynamic Small Business Search and GSA’s eLibrary, which confirmed that no other small business or competitor is available or capable of conducting these specific repairs on these ultrasonic wind sensors. The contract involves equipment critical to weather monitoring, and the procurement leverages NAICS code 334519. The office overseeing the contract is located in Norfolk, Virginia, and the point of contact for inquiries is Adrian M. Hall. The decision for sole sourcing emphasizes the unique nature of the equipment and the specialized service needed, ensuring the sensors are maintained to precise manufacturer standards for reliable operation. The procurement was posted in May 2016, reflecting the ongoing need for equipment upkeep within federal weather service operations.