U.S. Department of Commerce
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Development of Libraries and Open-Source Software

U.S. Department of Commerce
Updated Jul 23, 2026 · 15:35 UTC
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This is a Presolicitation notice.

The agency is announcing an upcoming solicitation. Watch for the actual RFP/RFQ to be posted later.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) needs a small business to develop libraries and open-source software, including GDAL, PDAL, PROJ, and QGIS.

Key Details

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) needs a small business to develop libraries and open-source software, including GDAL, PDAL, PROJ, and QGIS. The work will be done on a sole-source basis, and the contract will be awarded to Hobu Inc. due to their unique expertise and standing in the field.

  • What's the contract structure and timeline?

The contract will be a purchase order, and the period of performance will be from September 11, 2026, to September 10, 2027.

  • How will they pick the winner?

The government will evaluate responses to determine whether to conduct a competitive procurement.

  • When and how do you bid?

Firms that believe they can fully meet the government's requirements may submit substantiating documentation or a request for additional information in writing to the identified point of contact within 15 days after publication of this presolicitation notice.

Who can apply

  • Any certified small business may apply.

If you're interested, do this first

  • Check that your small business certification is still active in SAM.gov.

Primary point of contact

Name
Randall Chatfield
Email
randall.chatfield@noaa.gov
Phone
(757) 441-6880

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