FY26 NMFS-RACE Onlogic PC purchase for FY26 Sea Su

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), under the Department of Commerce, is soliciting proposals for the purchase of Onlogic personal computers (PCs) to support FY26 Sea Surveys conducted by the NMFS-RACE (National Marine Fisheries Service - Resource Assessment and Conservation Engineering) program. This procurement falls under the Electronic Computer Manufacturing category (NAICS 334111) and is classified as IT and Telecom - Compute hardware. The solicitation was posted on March 4, 2026, with a proposal due date of March 11, 2026, providing potential bidders with a one-week window to prepare and submit their responses. While the specific contract requirements, qualifications, and evaluation criteria are not detailed in this notice, interested contractors should anticipate that proposals will be assessed based on factors typical of government hardware procurements, such as equipment specifications, pricing, delivery timelines, and contractor capability. Bidders are advised to monitor the official announcement for any amendments or clarifications, as questions or requests for information may be addressed during the proposal development period.

This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside, meaning only small businesses as defined by the Small Business Administration are eligible to compete for this contract. The solicitation does not identify any current incumbent contractors or specify the award value or budget range for this procurement. Similarly, the notice does not provide explicit details regarding the quantity of Onlogic PCs required or the specific timeline for delivery and deployment. The contract has received NOAA approval under reference number OR-26-01105, confirming its authorization within the agency's procurement process. While the place of performance is not explicitly stated in this summary notice, NOAA sea survey operations typically occur at various coastal and offshore locations, though the primary administrative and procurement functions would likely be managed through NOAA's regional or headquarters offices.