Bid guide
How to bid on a Hawaii Class II Research Vessel for NOAA
What NOAA is buying and why it matters
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Office of National Marine Sanctuaries is seeking one new, unused NOAA Class II research vessel. This vessel will support the Papahānaumokuākea National Marine Sanctuary and will be based in Oahu, Hawaii.
The vessel needs to carry up to nine science and dive personnel. Its missions will include dive training, emergency response, acoustic studies, whale entanglement response, vessel inspections, partner missions, baseline data collections, and specimen collections. This is an opportunity for vendors who can provide specialized marine research vessels.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
The solicitation was published on September 04, 2026. The deadline for submitting questions was September 15, 2026, at 12:00 PM Eastern Time. The final deadline for proposal submissions is September 25, 2026, at 12:00 PM Eastern Time.
All proposals must be submitted by this closing date and time. Late submissions may not be considered, so it is important to plan ahead.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for firms specializing in the manufacturing or supply of marine research vessels, particularly those with experience in NOAA Class II vessel specifications. The vessel must be new and unused.
Vendors with expertise in marine equipment and custom vessel construction for scientific and environmental missions would be well-suited to respond to this Request for Proposal (RFP).
How to access and respond to the solicitation
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Refer to the attached solicitation and statement of work for full details. All proposals must be submitted according to the instructions provided in the solicitation documents.
Practical tips for a competitive response
Carefully review the entire solicitation package, including the statement of work and any amendments. Ensure your proposed vessel meets all specified requirements for a NOAA Class II research vessel, including capacity for personnel and mission capabilities.
Highlight your experience in delivering similar specialized vessels, especially for government or scientific agencies. Clearly articulate how your proposed vessel will support the listed missions, such as dive training, emergency response, and data collection. Pay close attention to all submission instructions and deadlines to ensure your proposal is compliant and submitted on time.
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.