Purchase of YSI Water Level Sensors Replacement Parts

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is seeking to purchase replacement parts for YSI Water Level Sensors. The sensors are used in environmental monitoring systems at various coastal areas and ports across the United States. The replacement parts are necessary to support maintenance efforts at monitoring stations within the CO-OPS network. The procurement will be conducted on a sole source basis with YSI Inc., as they are the sole manufacturer and distributor of the required replacement parts. * The replacement parts are for the NOAA NILE, FMR51 Design Analysis Radar Water Level Sensor. * The sensors are used in environmental monitoring systems at various coastal areas and ports. * The procurement is being conducted on a sole source basis due to YSI Inc.'s proprietary rights and knowledge to produce the specialized equipment. * 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 within 15 days after publication of this pre-solicitation notice.