Bid guide
How to bid on Annual Services for REES Centron Monitoring System for NOAA
What NOAA is buying and why it matters
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) needs annual service and support for its REES Scientific Centron environmental monitoring system. This includes calibration, validation, and on-site hardware and software support. The system is proprietary, and NOAA states that using non-authorized providers could void warranties and compromise system performance, data integrity, and compliance.
This service is important because the system must undergo annual calibration and validation to maintain regulatory compliance with the Food and Drug Administration and other regulatory bodies. NOAA intends to award a sole-source, firm-fixed-price purchase order to REES Scientific for these services.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This is a Request for Information (RFI) published on July 24, 2026. The deadline for submitting documentation or requests for additional information is August 08, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET. Submissions received by this deadline will be evaluated to determine if a competitive procurement should be conducted.
The anticipated award date for this service is August 2026. Oral communications are not accepted in response to this notice.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is primarily suited for REES Scientific, as NOAA intends to award a sole-source contract due to the proprietary nature of the Centron system. However, other firms that believe they can fully meet the government's requirements are invited to submit substantiating documentation.
The relevant NAICS code for this service is 513210. This notice is for equipment-related services, specifically environmental monitoring system maintenance.
How to respond
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Firms that believe they can meet the requirements should submit written documentation to the identified point of contact before the August 08, 2026 deadline. This documentation will be evaluated to determine if the procurement should be competitive.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Even for a sole-source RFI, if you believe your firm can provide the required services, your response should clearly and thoroughly demonstrate your capability. Focus on how your firm can meet all of NOAA's stated requirements, especially regarding calibration, validation, and on-site support for the REES Scientific Centron system.
Provide specific details and evidence that prove your firm's ability to service proprietary hardware and software without voiding warranties or compromising system performance and data integrity. Highlight any certifications or qualifications that are relevant to maintaining regulatory compliance with the Food and Drug Administration and other regulatory bodies.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration; the original posting controls.