NOAA Ship Bell M. Shimada needs crane overhaul par

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is soliciting quotes for crane overhaul parts for the NOAA Ship Bell M. Shimada through solicitation number 1333MK25Q0120. The procurement involves seven distinct replacement components for the vessel's telescoping boom crane (Model EB70-60-25, Serial Number 14927), including an electric slip ring, angle and length transducers, hydraulic control valve, load pin, sheaves, and hydraulic motors. This firm-fixed-price purchase order will be awarded on a best value trade-off basis, with evaluation criteria focusing on price for base and optional items, availability of parts and service completion timeline, and vendor capability based on past performance. Vendors must provide detailed quotes with material specifications, OEM authorization, cost breakdown, liability insurance, and three references for similar work performed within the past three years. The solicitation was posted on July 18, 2025, with quotes due by August 4, 2025.

This procurement is designated as a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 333120 (Construction Machinery Manufacturing) with a size standard of 750-1,250 employees, though one document specifically indicates it as a Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) set-aside. The contract requires delivery of all parts no later than December 30, 2025, to the NOAA Marine Operations Center-Pacific (MOC-P) located at 2002 SE Marine Science Drive in Newport, Oregon. The government intends to make an all-or-none award to the responsible offeror whose proposal provides the most advantageous terms, with Net 30 payment terms. No incumbent contractors or specific award values are mentioned in the solicitation documents, and the procurement falls under Product/Service Code 3950 for winches, hoists, cranes, and derricks.