Single-application remote racking system

The U.S. Department of Commerce, through its Office of Marine and Aviation Operations Field Delegates, is soliciting proposals for the procurement of a single-application remote racking system specifically designed for NOAA Ship Bell M. Shimada. The solicitation, numbered 1333MK26Q0102, was posted on July 27, 2026, with a response deadline of August 11, 2026, and is classified under NAICS code 335999 for other electrical equipment and component manufacturing. The procurement is set aside for Small Business Administration participation, indicating eligibility and preference for qualified small businesses. The contract will be managed from the agency’s office in Kansas City, Missouri, and the system must be capable of operating reliably in the marine environment aboard the vessel. Isaac Bright, Contracting Officer, serves as the point of contact for all inquiries and submissions, reachable via email at isaac.bright@noaa.gov. The system must meet operational requirements specific to the ship’s existing infrastructure without requiring broad compatibility across multiple applications.