Mod 10 dated November 8, 2007 = This synopsis/pre-solicitation notice is hereby cancelled.



Mod 9 dated November 6, 2007 = SHIP INSPECTION DATE postponed until date to be determined. Anticipated solicitation release date postponed until a date to be determined.





Mod 8 dated October 23, 2007 = SHIP INSPECTION DATES November 8, 2007 at 08:00am in Newport, RI. To arrange a ship visit contact Jim Stricker at 757-441-6717. Anticipated solicitation release date has been changed to November 2, 2007.





Mod 7 dated October 9, 2007 = SHIP INSPECTION DATES October 29, 2007 at 08:00am. To arrange a ship visit contact Jim Stricker at 757-441-6717. Anticipated solicitation release date has been changed to October 19, 2007. Procurement is changed to FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION.





Mod 6 dated September 17, 2007 = SHIP INSPECTION DATES October 12, 2007 at 08:00am. To arrange a ship visit contact Jim Stricker at 757-441-6717. Anticipated solicitation release date has been changed to October 1, 2007.





Mod 5 dated August 27, 2007 = SHIP INSPECTION DATES September 17, 2007 at 08:00am. To arrange a ship visit contact Jim Stricker at 757-441-6717. Anticipated solicitation release date has been changed to September 10, 2007.





Mod 4 dated August 6, 2007 = SHIP INSPECTION DATES AND LOCATION CHANGED TO: August 30 - 31, 2007 at Naval Station Newport in Newport, RI. To arrange a ship visit contact Jim Stricker at 757-441-6717.





Mod 3 dated August 6, 2007 = SHIP INSPECTION DATES AND LOCATION CHANGED TO: August 30 - 31, 2007 at Naval Station Newport in Newport, RI. To arrange a ship visit contact Jim Stricker at 757-441-6717.





Mod 2 dated July 27, 2007 = SHIP INSPECTION DATES AND LOCATION CHANGED TO: August 10 - 12, 2007 at Massachusetts Maritime Academy in Buzzards Bay, MA. To arrange a ship visit contact Jim Stricker at 757-441-6717.





Mod 1 dated July 16, 2007 = This procurement is set aside for Small Business Concerns Only.







The U.S. Department of Commerce, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), has a requirement for dockside repairs to be performed at NOAA Marine Operations Center Atlantic in Norfolk, VA. The performance period will be 49 calendar days with a start date on or about November 20, 2007 and ending on or about January 8, 2008. This acquisition is for DOCKSIDE repairs to the NOAA Ship HENRY B. BIGELOW, a 209 foot, 49.2 ft beam (molded); propulsion is single screw, cruising speed 14 knots; crew size of 39. Vessel's homeport is Woods Hole, MA.



DOCKSIDE BASIC ITEMS include: Steam Table Sneeze Shield Installation (GFM), Ships Service Compressed Air Dryer Installation, Incinerator Fuel System Modifications, Fuel Lighterage System Installation, Chilled Water Expansion Tank Installation, Fuel Oil Tank Level Indicators Installation, Fuel Overflow Detector Installation, Gilson Winch Fair Lead Fabrication, Exterior Ladder Non-skid Installation, Intake Vent Modification, Anchor Chain Modification, Standing Water Prevention - 01 Deck Modifications, Deck Drain Installation - Flying Bridge, Spray Shield Separator Installation in MSD Room, Marine Sanitation Device (MSD) Vent Modifications, Oily Waste/Waste Oil Piping Modifications, Space Heater Installation - Ready Room, Space Heater Installation - Trawl Room, Space Heater Installation - Incinerator Room, Filter Panel Installation ? Hydraulic Oil, Chilled Water Flow Regulator Installation, Engineer Operation Station (EOS) HVAC Modification, Hydraulic Piping Modifications - Outrigger Cylinders, Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) System Expansions, Net Sonde Winch Controls Relocation, Rescue Boat Cradle Modifications, Space Heater and Shelving Installation - Hazmat Locker, Splitter Pipe Installation - Aft Deck, Deck Drain Installation - Fish Lab, Dishwasher Installation ? Scullery, Scientific Storeroom Bulkhead Sheathing and Insulation Mods, Gasoline and Alcohol Tank Jettison Rack Installation, Binocular Station Installation - Flying Bridge, Scullery Exhaust Vent Mods, and Fish Lab Sliding Door Replacement



DOCKSIDE OPTIONAL ITEMS include: Galley Supply Fan VFD Speed Control Installation, Galley Exhaust Fan VFD Speed Control Installation, Centerboard Door Coaming Fabrication, Hydraulic Power Unit (HPU) Coaming Installation - 2nd Deck, Fish Handling System Modifications, Scientific Sea Water Drain Installation, Stack Plenum Door Installation, AC Receptacle Installation ? Damage Control Locker Aft, Fresh Water Spigot Installation - Forward of Wheelhouse, Centerboard Portlight Installation - Bridge and 2nd Deck, Deck Drain Modification - 01 Deck Passageway, Mess Deck Joiner Door Reconfiguration, Galley Deck Covering Coaming Installation, Galley Cabinet Installations, Galley Sink Installation, Scientific Sea Water Isolation Valve Installation, Air Handler Isolation Valve Installation, Weathertight Door Installation - 01 Deck Breezeway, Hydro Winch Controls Relocation, Centerboard Relay / Interlock Design and Installation, Fire Screen Door Magnetic Holdback Installation, Centerboard HPU Controller Box Relocation, Hull Drain Penetration Relocation, Window Washer Piping System Modifications, Ladder Well Handrail Safety Improvements, Phone Installation ? Centerboard Trunk & Exercise Room, Phone, Intercom, UPS & LAN Installation in Sci Ready Rm, Bridge Catwalk Installation - Port Side of Bridge, Bridge Venturi Installation, Interior Liner Bulkhead Access Panel Installations, Small Boat Handling Safety Stanchion Installations, Cleat, D-Ring Staple, and Tie-Down Installations, and Fuel Oil Piping Modifications for Day Tanks and Overflow.



All work shall be performed in accordance with detailed specifications and referenced NOAA Standard Specifications to be provided with the solicitation. Vessel will be available for inspection from August 8, 2007 to August 10, 2007 at Newport Naval Station in Newport, RI. Arrangements for inspections can be made by contacting Jim Stricker at 757-441-6717. Copies of the solicitation will only be posted on FEDBIZOPPS. This posting will appear on or about August 1, 2007. The Government intends to award a firm fixed price contract using sealed-bid (IFB) procedures in FAR Part 14. All responsible sources may submit a bid, which shall be considered by the agency. Telephone requests will not be honored. If you download a copy of the solicitation, please submit your company name, address, point of contact, and email address to the contract specialist at Sabrina.Tippins@noaa.gov or fax to (757) 441-3786 to the attention of Sabrina Tippins. It is recommended to register to receive notification. It is incumbent upon contractors to monitor FEDBIZOPPS for the release of the IFB, specifications, drawings and all subsequent amendments. Bidders must be registered with the Central Contractor Registration (CCR) at www.ccr.gov. Additionally, each bidder must obtain, and provide with the bid, a DUNs number. Potential bidders may direct inquiries to Sabrina Tippins at (757) 441-6897 or Sabrina.tippins@noaa.gov.