NOAA/OMAO, NOAA Corps, Recruitment Platform Services

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice for NOAA Corps Recruitment Platform Services, classified under NAICS code 541511 for Custom Computer Programming Services. NOAA seeks to identify potential vendors who can provide recruitment platform services to support the NOAA Corps recruitment efforts. Interested firms must submit capability statements by August 20, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. ET, with responses limited to 10 pages and submitted via email to Contract Specialist Amy McLiverty and Contracting Officer Jana Kolb. The evaluation criteria focus on three key areas: the number and types of colleges and universities accessible through the platform, potential partnership opportunities, and the support and training resources available to NOAA Corps. Capability statements must include detailed company profiles with entity identification, NAICS codes, GSA schedules, and small business certifications.

This opportunity does not utilize any set-aside designations and is open to all qualified vendors. The notice does not identify any current incumbents or contractors for these services. No award values, budget ranges, or specific contract quantities are disclosed in this pre-solicitation phase, as this is strictly a market research initiative rather than a formal Request for Proposal. The government emphasizes that participation is voluntary and no compensation will be provided to respondents for their submissions. The timeline for actual procurement services is not specified, as NOAA is currently in the information-gathering stage to inform their procurement strategy. Company brochures will not be accepted in lieu of formal capability statements that address the specified requirements.