Purchase of Wet Lab Tanks

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), part of the Department of Commerce, is procuring wet lab tanks for their Texas State Marine Research Institute facility. The solicitation requires tanks with specific technical specifications including R-5 insulation rating (approximately 1-inch foam insulation), full white durable gel coating coverage inside and outside, and adherence to dimensions outlined in the Statement of Objectives. Vendors must meet these requirements as closely as possible without the benefit of technical drawings. The solicitation includes a questions and answers document that clarifies key specifications and emphasizes that stacking is permissible only with adequate cushioning to prevent damage to interior gel coating. The original solicitation was posted on August 15, 2025, with responses due by August 22, 2025, and Amendment 0001 was issued on August 20, 2025, to incorporate the Q&A responses.

This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside, restricting competition to qualified small businesses under NAICS code 332420 (Metal Tank Heavy Gauge Manufacturing). The contract performance period is established from September 1, 2025, through October 30, 2025, indicating a relatively short timeline for delivery and installation. No incumbent contractors or specific award values are mentioned in the available documentation. The procurement falls under PSC category B516 (Special Studies/Analysis - Animal/Fisheries), reflecting the specialized nature of the wet lab tanks for marine research applications. The solicitation number 1305M325Q0234 is being administered by WAD-SAP in Seattle, Washington, though the specific place of performance for the tanks appears to be the Texas State Marine Research Institute facility.