Niwot Ridge Sampling Services

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is seeking Niwot Ridge Sampling Services through a sole-source procurement focused on atmospheric research support at the University of Colorado Mountain Research Station. The contract will involve collecting atmospheric air samples, preparing air calibration reference cylinders, transporting Programmable Flask Packages and air flasks, and performing maintenance on a Gas Chromatograph. NOAA intends to directly negotiate with the Regents of the University of Colorado, which is considered the only capable source due to ownership and operation of the specific scientific observatory where the research must occur. The procurement will utilize a firm-fixed price purchase order, with interested parties able to submit notifications of capability to the Contracting Officer, though the government retains sole discretion on competitive procurement. The pre-solicitation notice was posted on June 2, 2025, with responses due by June 5, 2025.

The contract is not set aside for any specific business category and will be awarded to an other-than-small business. The total contract value is $60,000, with a performance period spanning from June 25, 2025, to June 24, 2026. The place of contract performance will be located in Boulder, Colorado, and falls under the NAICS category 541990 for All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services. The procurement will specifically utilize the PSC category F999 for Other Environmental Services. The sole-source approach is justified by the University of Colorado Mountain Research Station's unique capabilities and direct ownership of the research site, making them the only viable contractor for these specialized atmospheric sampling and research support services.