Sensor Monitoring and Technical Support for Meteorological/TSG Systems

The contract seeks a contractor to provide remote monitoring and technical support for meteorological and thermosalinograph sensors deployed on NOAA vessels, ensuring continuous data integrity and system functionality. Responsibilities include real-time troubleshooting of sensor malfunctions, guiding vessel personnel through calibration procedures, and overseeing the accuracy and consistency of metadata associated with oceanographic and atmospheric measurements. The work is critical to maintaining the quality of scientific data collected during NOAA’s oceanographic missions, requiring expertise in environmental sensing systems and a deep understanding of marine instrumentation. The contract is structured as a subcontract under NAICS code 541380, which covers other scientific and technical consulting services, and is issued by the Department of Commerce through its Ead-Omao office. The solicitation was posted on June 17, 2026, with responses due by June 29, 2026. Performance is expected to be conducted remotely in support of NOAA vessels operating across U.S. waters, with no specific geographic restriction indicated. The nature of the work demands technical proficiency, responsiveness, and the ability to communicate clearly with onboard personnel who may not have specialized engineering backgrounds.