Fume hood certification for hollings marine lab

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is seeking annual fume hood certification services for the Hollings Marine Laboratory located in Charleston, South Carolina. The solicitation (RFQ Number 1305M225Q0108) requires comprehensive testing and recertification of 85 fume hoods and safety cabinets across eight different types, to be performed in accordance with ANSI/AIHA Z9.5 standards. Offerors must demonstrate competence in fume hood and safety cabinet inspection, provide factory-trained technicians, and submit documentation including references and past performance information. The evaluation will include a detailed past performance questionnaire utilizing an adjective rating system from Exceptional to Unsatisfactory. Quotes are due by 5:00 PM MDT/MST on May 9, 2025, and must be submitted via email to Michelle Walton, with a site visit strongly encouraged and appointments to be scheduled through Eric Skinner at 240-530-0288.

This procurement is designated as a total small business set-aside with NAICS code 811210 and a small business size standard of $34.0M. The contract is structured with a base year and four option years, with services to be completed during a one-week period in June annually. Vendors must provide contact information and CAGE Code, and comply with FAR Provisions 52.204-24 and 52.204-25. The place of performance is the NOAA Hollings Marine Laboratory at 331 Fort Johnson Rd, Charleston, SC 29412. While specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the procurement is being conducted as a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items using simplified acquisition procedures. Interested vendors must contact Eric Skinner to schedule mandatory site visits and review the complete requirements detailed in the attached Statement of Work.