58--The NOAA Ship Bell M. Shimada requires updated han
Combined Synopsis Solicitation from NATIONAL OCEANIC AND ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATION • COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OF. Place of performance: {"city":{},"state":{},"country":{}}. Response deadline: Feb 19, 2026. Industry: NAICS 334220 • PSC 5810.
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The NOAA Ships require updated handheld radios suite to ensure reliable communication throughout the ship, both when in port and underway. Effective communication is essential for the safe and efficient execution of various operations, such as trawling, fueling, and other critical activities. The current analog radios are outdated and unable to reach certain areas of the ship, which compromises communication and creates potential safety risks, particularly during emergencies.
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The NOAA Ship Bell M. Shimada requires an updated handheld radio suite to enhance communication reliability, critical for operations like trawling and fueling. This project directly addresses safety risks posed by outdated analog equipment that fails to cover all areas of the ship. Proposals are due by February 19, 2026, under solicitation number 1333MK26Q0021.
The buyer aims to procure updated handheld radios for the NOAA Ship Bell M. Shimada to ensure reliable communication during crucial operations and to mitigate safety risks during emergencies.
- Assess current communication equipment and identify deficiencies.
- Design and propose a new handheld radio suite.
- Ensure the new equipment covers all areas of the ship.
- Implement installation and training procedures for crew members.
- Proposal detailing the solution and equipment specifications.
- Past performance records related to similar projects.
- Cost estimate and pricing structure for the proposed radios.
- Plan for installation and training of crew on new equipment.
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- Specifications for the required handheld radios.
- Budget constraints or ceiling amount for the procurement.
- Detailed timeline for installation after proposal acceptance.
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