Repair of the following equipment: 16 each SENSOR, ICE FREE WIND (IFW) ASOS MODEL 425NWS (WS425D7A1C) ASN: S100-2A8MT3A2

The U.S. Department of Commerce's National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, through its National Weather Service's National Reconditioning Center, has issued a purchase order for the repair of 16 units of the Ice Free Wind Sensors, specifically the ASOS Model 425NWS (WS425D7A1C). Vaisala, Inc. has been selected as the sole source for this contract, as it is the original equipment manufacturer and the only known provider capable of performing these specialized repairs. Extensive market research, including searches of the Small Business Administration's database and the GSA eLibrary, found no other small business or alternate suppliers able to fulfill this repair service. The solicitation, identified by number NWWG3401-16-173SN and categorized under NAICS code 334519, is managed by the NOAA office located in Norfolk, Virginia. The point of contact for this procurement is Adrian M. Hall, who can be reached via phone or email. Given the highly specialized nature of the equipment and the absence of alternative vendors, this contract ensures that the required maintenance and repair work is conducted by the trusted manufacturer, maintaining the sensors' operational integrity essential for weather observation and forecasting.