The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) needs a small business to paint 40 units of weather equipment for the National Weather Service.
Key Details
- What exactly do they need? The NOAA National Weather Service needs a small business to paint 40 units of weather equipment, including sensors and freezers, to meet the original manufacturer's specifications and tolerances. The equipment must be returned in a shipping container designed to withstand transportation by ship, rail, truck, and aircraft.
- What's the contract structure and timeline? The contract will be a firm-fixed price purchase order with a duration of approximately 30 days. The vendor is responsible for returning the painted equipment within this timeframe.
- How will they pick the winner? The Government will evaluate quotations based on past performance, technical approach, delivery terms, and price. The vendor must provide evidence of their ability to complete the painting of the equipment within the past 3 years and have been certified as a qualified paint vendor for this specific equipment for the NWS.
- When and how do you bid? Proposals are due on July 10, 2026, and must be submitted through the Federal Business Opportunities website. The vendor must include a detailed production plan, a list of references, and a warranty on all painted equipment.
Who can apply
- Must be a certified small business
- Has experience with painting and repairing electronic equipment
- Has a good track record of delivering on time and within budget
If you're interested, do this first
- Check that your small business certification is still active in SAM.gov
- Review the solicitation requirements and ensure you can meet the needs of the National Weather Service
- Submit a quote that includes a detailed production plan, a list of references, and a warranty on all painted equipment
Primary point of contact
Name
William Roberts
Email
william.roberts@noaa.gov
Phone
(816) 823-1060