Generators for R/V Gladys Reese

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Southeast Fishery Science Center, is seeking to procure two 200 kW marine generators for the R/V Gladys Reese research vessel through a firm-fixed price contract. The generators must be EPA Tier 3 compliant and include digital controllers with load monitoring capabilities, keel cooling configuration, and the ability to operate in multi-generator parallel mode. Offerors must demonstrate technical capability through detailed specifications, installation approach, warranty coverage, and relevant project experience in their technical quotes. The evaluation will assess technical capability, vendor experience, and past performance, with price evaluated for completeness and reasonableness. All proposals must be submitted via email to Amanda Rossiter by August 22, 2025 at 3:00 PM EST, and potential offerors are encouraged to conduct site visits to inspect the vessel.

This procurement is designated as a 100% small business set-aside under NAICS code 335312, with the contract period of performance running from September 15, 2025 to August 31, 2026. The generators must be delivered to a shipyard within 50 miles of Pascagoula, Mississippi, which serves as the place of performance for this contract. Past performance references are mandatory and must complete detailed questionnaires evaluating six key performance elements including quality, schedule adherence, cost control, business relations, management of key personnel, and small business utilization. The solicitation number is 1305M325Q0245, and the procurement specifically targets marine generator systems capable of supporting the operational requirements of the research vessel. No incumbent contractor or specific budget range information is provided in the available documentation.