Non-Personal Services Real Time Research Lease

Project ID: 143041-26-0037 FederalOpportunitiesPresolicitation

Overview

Agency	Western Acquisition Division
Deadline	06/03/26
Posted	05/19/26
Estimated Value	$40,000 - $120,000 (AI estimate)
Set Aside	None
NAICS	518210 - Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services
PSC	7A20 - IT And Telecom - Application Development Software (Perpetual License Software)
Location	Seattle, WA United States

Description

Primary Latest Change

Requisition 143041-26-0037

1. Point of Contact: Grace LaPierre, Contract Specialist U.S. Department of Commerce/NOAA

Western Acquisition Division

7600 Sand Point Way NE, Bldg 1, Seattle, WA 98115 EMAIL: grace.lapierre@noaa.gov Jenna Taulman, Contracting Officer U.S. Department of Commerce/NOAA

Western Acquisition Division

7600 Sand Point Way NE, Bldg 1, Seattle, WA 98115 EMAIL: jenna.taulman@noaa.gov (2) Set-asides, if applicable: The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Acquisitions and Grants Office, Western Acquisition Division-Seattle Simplified Acquisitions Branch, intends to award a firm-fixed price purchase order, on a sole source basis, under the authority of RFO FAR 12.102(a) and 41 U.S.C. 1901, with Real Time Research, Inc for the lease of the Real Time Research's proprietary cloud-base data collection and distribution system that was developed in 2011 to help accurately collect and distribute data to the proper agencies in a timely manner. (3) Codes for services or suppli es: NAICS 518210 (4) Description: (i) The requirement is for a 1-year lease of the Real Time Research's cloud-base data collection and distribution system used by NOAA at the Lower Granite Dam adult fish trap as the code and database structure are specifically designed to satisfy the numerous custom data rules and relationships that have developed over the thirteen years they have maintained and upgraded the existing system ; (ii) This presolicitation notice is not a request for competitive proposals and no solicitation package is available. However, 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 before the due date/ deadline of this SAM posting. Such requests and documentation will be evaluated solely for the purpose of determining whether or not to conduct this procurement on a competitive basis. A determination by the Government not to conduct a competitive procurement, based upon responses to this notice, is solely within the discretion of the Government. Oral communications are not acceptable in response to this notice. The anticipated award date is estimated to be June 2026.

Summary (Newest Update)

Background The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is issuing this contract to lease Real Time Research, Inc.'s proprietary cloud-based data collection and distribution system. This system was developed in 2011 to enhance the accuracy and timeliness of data collection for adult migrating salmonids at the Lower Granite Dam adult fish trap, which serves six different state and federal agencies. The existing system has been maintained and upgraded over the years, ensuring it meets NOAA's requirements effectively. Real Time Research, Inc. will continue to own the system while NOAA will lease it annually. Work Details The contract entails a 1-year lease of the Real Time Research cloud-based data collection and distribution system, with four option years available. Specific requirements include: 1. Data entry using touch screen monitors. 2. Synchronization of data from collection stations to a centralized database at Real Time Research. 3. A web-based data management portal for managers and collaborators to review, report, and manage project information. The contractor must provide all necessary equipment and services to ensure accurate data collection and distribution. Period of Performance 1-year lease with four option years. Place of Performance Primarily at the Contractor’s facilities; access may be required at Lower Granite Dam with NOAA personnel accompaniment.

Contacts

Contact name	Grace LaPierre
Contact email	grace.lapierre@noaa.gov
Contact phone	None
Secondary contact name	Jenna Taulman
Secondary contact email	jenna.taulman@noaa.gov
Secondary contact phone	None