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US-Flagged Vessel Charter for Buoy Recovery and Deployment

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Response Deadline10/13/2026, 12:00:00 AM UTC

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This subcontract involves the provision of a US-flagged vessel and crew to support NOAA scientific buoy projects. The selected contractor will navigate to Point Conception, California, to recover one SWOT buoy and mooring consisting of 300 meters of wire and chain, and subsequently deploy a new buoy. The vessel must be equipped with a crane featuring a 5,000 lbs safe working load and provide at least 3m x 3m of open deck space. Compliance requirements include maintaining current USCG inspections and adhering to DOL Wage Rates WD 2015-5647. The contractor is responsible for the delivery of both the recovered and deployed buoys. This opportunity is categorized under NAICS code 488390 and is associated with the Department of Commerce NOAA.

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Agency

Department Of Commerce Noaa

NAICS

488390 - Other Support Activities for Water Transportation

Place of Performance

MO

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Documents

This scope was carved out of 1333MJ27Q0001.

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Vessel Charter - Buoy Recovery and Deployment

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PostedOct 5

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Response DeadlineOct 13

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10/13/2026, 12:00:00 AM UTCin 7 days

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AgencyDepartment Of Commerce Noaa

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Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Commerce Noaa

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Provides a US-flagged vessel and crew for prime contractors on NOAA scientific buoy projects. Navigates to Point Conception, CA, to recover one SWOT buoy and mooring (300m wire/chain) and deploy a new buoy. Operates a crane with 5,000 lbs SWL and provides 3m x 3m open deck space. Requires current USCG inspections and adherence to DOL Wage Rates WD 2015-5647. Delivers the recovered and deployed buoys.

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