Technical Training Delivery

This contract seeks a small business to deliver on-site technical training to NOAA staff focused on the operation, maintenance, and hydrographic data collection procedures for unmanned surface vehicles. The training will be conducted at locations determined by NOAA and must equip personnel with the practical skills and theoretical knowledge required to safely and effectively manage USVs in operational environments. As a subcontract under a Total Small Business Set-Aside, only businesses certified as small by the SBA are eligible to respond, ensuring the opportunity supports small business growth within the federal contracting ecosystem. The North American Industry Classification System code 611430 indicates this is for other professional and technical training services, emphasizing the instructional and hands-on nature of the work. The solicitation is open for proposals with a response deadline of July 29, 2026, and was posted on July 16, 2026, providing a twelve-day window for interested parties to prepare and submit their offers. The training program must align with NOAA’s operational needs and standards, ensuring consistency and reliability in data collection efforts critical to hydrographic surveys and maritime mapping missions. Performance will be carried out on-site at NOAA’s designated locations, requiring the contractor to coordinate logistics, schedule sessions, and provide all necessary instructional materials, equipment, and subject matter expertise. While the exact place of performance is not specified, the work will occur wherever NOAA requires on-site support, and the contractor must be prepared to mobilize promptly to multiple locations as needed.