NWWY00002100035 SON (RFQ).docx

The Office of Water Prediction – Statement of Need

STATEMENT OF NEED

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PURPOSE:

The NOAA National Weather Service (NWS), The Office of Water Prediction (OWP), National Water Center (NWC), requests repair/refurbishment of a Radiation Solutions Inc (RSI) Gamma Spectrometer. This contract will provide flexibility and timeliness of repairs that will take place during a time sensitive and critical survey.

BACKGROUND:

The airborne snow and soil moisture survey program currently uses the RSX-5 gamma spectrometers produced by Radiation Solutions Inc. to collect our gamma data use in SNODAS.

SCOPE OR MISSION –The time sensitive nature of the survey does not allow for extra time during the survey, and repairs must be done in an expeditious manner. Repairs on the missions RSX-5 systems and components both internal and external may be required. Potential repairs include damaged internal crystal refurbishment and replacement, DPU repairs, comprehensive inspection/refurbishment of the systems, and any other repairs/part replacements to keep the unit in working order. This contract is necessary in order to provide flexibility and timeliness of repairs that often exceed a purchase card threshold.

This is a brand name or equivalent RFQ. If you submit a quote for parts other than those manufactured by RSI, you must provide a technical write up proving that the parts are equivalent and will work with the RSX-5 gamma spectrometer.

DELIVERY SCHEDULE: No Later Than 16 Weeks ARO

FOB DESTINATION

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: N/A

POINTS OF CONTACT:

CO: Nick Brown; (303)497-6349; Nicholas.g.brown@noaa.gov