Statement_of_Need.pdf

This is a Statement of Work (SOW) for procurement of replacement antifouling hull anodes for NOAA Ship PISCES, scheduled for April 2026. The procurement requires two types of Cathelco/Wilson Walton anodes: 18 units of part number TZX27 (NOAA-CU-16425) and 2 units of part number TZX29 (NOAA-FE-16425), with total quantity of 20 anodes. The anodes must conform to the specifications and performance characteristics outlined in Technical Manual FRV40-226-139-010 "Cathelco Antifouling System Manual" and match the dimensions shown in Drawing No. A3292/32120. Approved equal alternatives to the specified Cathelco anodes may be submitted for consideration.

The anodes must be shipped to the Gulf Marine Support Facility, Attention: Stephen Spindler, located at 151 Watts Avenue, Pascagoula, MS 39567. No government-furnished material is provided for this procurement. Quality assurance requirements mandate that delivered anodes maintain identical performance characteristics and dimensions as specified in the reference manual. Stephen Spindler, Port Engineer, serves as the primary technical and logistical contact and can be reached at (251) 776-3099 or Stephen.spindler@noaa.gov. The document includes a detailed technical schematic on page 2 illustrating the anode assembly with component specifications, including mounting hardware, cable connections, and dimensional requirements.