Pipette and Balance Services
Closed Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- 1333MG-25-0036
- Agency
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National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Department of Commerce
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- Total Small Business
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 811210 Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance
- Place of performance
- Charleston, South Carolina 29412, United States
- Points of contact
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), specifically the National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science (NCCOS), is seeking annual pipette and balance services for the NOAA Hollings Marine Laboratory in Charleston, South Carolina. The Request for Quotation (RFQ) number 1333MG-25-Q-0036 solicits calibration services for 370 single channel pipettors, 36 multi-channel pipettors, and 44 balances/scales. The government will award a firm-fixed-price contract based on best value, considering technical approach, capability, past performance, and price. Quotes must be submitted electronically to scott.beliveau@noaa.gov by 11:00 A.M. Eastern on February 10, 2025, with an anticipated award date of February 14, 2025. Contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and provide specific documentation, including their Unique Entity Identification (UEI) and a statement of compliance with sexual harassment prevention policies.
This solicitation is a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 811210 for Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance. The contract performance period will run from February 14, 2025, to February 13, 2026, with services to be performed at the NOAA Hollings Marine Laboratory located in Charleston, SC 29412. The Statement of Work requires on-site calibration services and certifications, with specific requirements for balance cleaning and pipette measurement. While no incumbent contractor is mentioned, the contract involves comprehensive laboratory equipment maintenance with precise technical specifications. Contractors will be required to follow Service Contract Labor Standards and adhere to Wage Determination No. 2015-4427, which establishes minimum wage rates and benefits for workers. The services will involve detailed calibration processes, including high/low readings for pipettes and non-ISO service standards that have been consistent with the agency's practices over the past decade.
Notice text
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Update #3 · Latest ·
THIS IS A COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION FOR COMMERCIAL ITEMS PREPARED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FORMAT IN FAR SUBPART 12.6, AS SUPPLEMENTED WITH ADDITIONAL INFORMATION INCLUDED IN THIS NOTICE. THIS ANNOUNCEMENT CONSTITUTES THE ONLY SOLICITATION; QUOTES ARE BEING REQUESTED AND A WRITTEN SOLICITATION WILL NOT BE ISSUED. This synopsis/solicitation 1333MG-25-Q-0036 constitutes a Request for Quotation (RFQ) and incorporates provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2025-03.
The National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science (NCCOS) has a requirement for Annual Pipette and Balance Services at the NOAA Hollings Marine Laboratory. All services rendered shall be in accordance with the Statement of Work, and the Service Contract Labor Standards, Wage Determination No. 2015-4427, Date of Last Revision 12/13/2024. The estimated period of performance is February 14, 2025 – February 13, 2026.
The Government will award a firm fixed price contract based on price. Quotes shall include all costs associated with each CLIN unless otherwise indicated on the vendor’s quote.
This RFQ is set aside for Small Business. The associated NAICS code is 811210, Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance
Additionally, each offeror must provide the following information with the quote:
1. The Request for Quote (RFQ) number;
2. The Name, Address, Telephone Number, and Unique Entity Identification (UEI) of the Offeror;
3. Fill in your quoted unit and total price/s in the space provided on this page for each CLIN
4. Per 1330-52.222-70, provide a statement that you understand and will comply with the sexual harassment prevention and response policy.
5. Include a statement specifying the extent of understanding and agreement with all terms, conditions, and provisions included in the RFQ. Quotes that reject the terms and conditions of the RFQ may be excluded from consideration;
6. Acknowledgment of Solicitation Amendments (SF-30), if any,
All responsible sources may submit a quotation which shall be considered by the agency. Quotes must be submitted via electronic means (e-mail) by 11:00 A.M. Eastern on February 10, 2025; any award resulting from this RFQ will be made based on best value to the Government. Factors considered will be technical approach and capability, past performance, and price. Quotes must be submitted electronically via e-mail to scott.beliveau@noaa.gov .
Telephone inquiries will not be honored.
Contractors are encouraged to register with the Contract Opportunities Vendor Notification Service as well as the Interested Vendors List for this acquisition (see applicable tab within Contract Opportunities where this synopsis/solicitation is posted).
Quoters must be registered in the SAM database to be considered for award. Registration is free and can be completed on-line at http://www.sam.gov/.
The anticipated award date is on or about February 14, 2025.
The Government does not accept responsibility for non-receipt of quotes. It is the Contractor’s responsibility to request and receive a confirmation of the quote receipt.
See Amendment 001 - Questions and Answers
See Amendment 0002 - Questions and Answers
Update #2 ·
THIS IS A COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION FOR COMMERCIAL ITEMS PREPARED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FORMAT IN FAR SUBPART 12.6, AS SUPPLEMENTED WITH ADDITIONAL INFORMATION INCLUDED IN THIS NOTICE. THIS ANNOUNCEMENT CONSTITUTES THE ONLY SOLICITATION; QUOTES ARE BEING REQUESTED AND A WRITTEN SOLICITATION WILL NOT BE ISSUED. This synopsis/solicitation 1333MG-25-Q-0036 constitutes a Request for Quotation (RFQ) and incorporates provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2025-03.
The National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science (NCCOS) has a requirement for Annual Pipette and Balance Services at the NOAA Hollings Marine Laboratory. All services rendered shall be in accordance with the Statement of Work, and the Service Contract Labor Standards, Wage Determination No. 2015-4427, Date of Last Revision 12/13/2024. The estimated period of performance is February 14, 2025 – February 13, 2026.
The Government will award a firm fixed price contract based on price. Quotes shall include all costs associated with each CLIN unless otherwise indicated on the vendor’s quote.
This RFQ is set aside for Small Business. The associated NAICS code is 811210, Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance
Additionally, each offeror must provide the following information with the quote:
1. The Request for Quote (RFQ) number;
2. The Name, Address, Telephone Number, and Unique Entity Identification (UEI) of the Offeror;
3. Fill in your quoted unit and total price/s in the space provided on this page for each CLIN
4. Per 1330-52.222-70, provide a statement that you understand and will comply with the sexual harassment prevention and response policy.
5. Include a statement specifying the extent of understanding and agreement with all terms, conditions, and provisions included in the RFQ. Quotes that reject the terms and conditions of the RFQ may be excluded from consideration;
6. Acknowledgment of Solicitation Amendments (SF-30), if any,
All responsible sources may submit a quotation which shall be considered by the agency. Quotes must be submitted via electronic means (e-mail) by 11:00 A.M. Eastern on February 10, 2025; any award resulting from this RFQ will be made based on best value to the Government. Factors considered will be technical approach and capability, past performance, and price. Quotes must be submitted electronically via e-mail to scott.beliveau@noaa.gov .
Telephone inquiries will not be honored.
Contractors are encouraged to register with the Contract Opportunities Vendor Notification Service as well as the Interested Vendors List for this acquisition (see applicable tab within Contract Opportunities where this synopsis/solicitation is posted).
Quoters must be registered in the SAM database to be considered for award. Registration is free and can be completed on-line at http://www.sam.gov/.
The anticipated award date is on or about February 14, 2025.
The Government does not accept responsibility for non-receipt of quotes. It is the Contractor’s responsibility to request and receive a confirmation of the quote receipt.
See Amendment 001 - Questions and Answers
Update #1 ·
THIS IS A COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION FOR COMMERCIAL ITEMS PREPARED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FORMAT IN FAR SUBPART 12.6, AS SUPPLEMENTED WITH ADDITIONAL INFORMATION INCLUDED IN THIS NOTICE. THIS ANNOUNCEMENT CONSTITUTES THE ONLY SOLICITATION; QUOTES ARE BEING REQUESTED AND A WRITTEN SOLICITATION WILL NOT BE ISSUED. This synopsis/solicitation 1333MG-25-Q-0036 constitutes a Request for Quotation (RFQ) and incorporates provisions and clauses in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular 2025-03.
The National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science (NCCOS) has a requirement for Annual Pipette and Balance Services at the NOAA Hollings Marine Laboratory. All services rendered shall be in accordance with the Statement of Work, and the Service Contract Labor Standards, Wage Determination No. 2015-4427, Date of Last Revision 12/13/2024. The estimated period of performance is February 14, 2025 – February 13, 2026.
The Government will award a firm fixed price contract based on price. Quotes shall include all costs associated with each CLIN unless otherwise indicated on the vendor’s quote.
This RFQ is set aside for Small Business. The associated NAICS code is 811210, Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance
Additionally, each offeror must provide the following information with the quote:
1. The Request for Quote (RFQ) number;
2. The Name, Address, Telephone Number, and Unique Entity Identification (UEI) of the Offeror;
3. Fill in your quoted unit and total price/s in the space provided on this page for each CLIN
4. Per 1330-52.222-70, provide a statement that you understand and will comply with the sexual harassment prevention and response policy.
5. Include a statement specifying the extent of understanding and agreement with all terms, conditions, and provisions included in the RFQ. Quotes that reject the terms and conditions of the RFQ may be excluded from consideration;
6. Acknowledgment of Solicitation Amendments (SF-30), if any,
All responsible sources may submit a quotation which shall be considered by the agency. Quotes must be submitted via electronic means (e-mail) by 11:00 A.M. Eastern on February 10, 2025; any award resulting from this RFQ will be made based on best value to the Government. Factors considered will be technical approach and capability, past performance, and price. Quotes must be submitted electronically via e-mail to scott.beliveau@noaa.gov .
Telephone inquiries will not be honored.
Contractors are encouraged to register with the Contract Opportunities Vendor Notification Service as well as the Interested Vendors List for this acquisition (see applicable tab within Contract Opportunities where this synopsis/solicitation is posted).
Quoters must be registered in the SAM database to be considered for award. Registration is free and can be completed on-line at http://www.sam.gov/.
The anticipated award date is on or about February 14, 2025.
The Government does not accept responsibility for non-receipt of quotes. It is the Contractor’s responsibility to request and receive a confirmation of the quote receipt.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Amendment 0002.pdf | ||
| Questions and Answers - Amendment 0002.pdf | ||
| Amendment 001.pdf | ||
| Questions and Answers - Amendment 001.pdf | ||
| RFQ.pdf | ||
| NOAA IPP Implementation Notice.pdf | ||
| Statement of Work (2).pdf | ||
| Clauses and Provisions.pdf | ||
| SAM.gov Wage Determination.pdf |
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