Obtain one year worth of SNPP VIIRS data

The U.S. Department of Commerce, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Simplified Acquisition Team intends to negotiate on a sole source basis with South Dakota State University using the procedures in FAR Parts 6 and 13. The Office of NESDIS, has a requirement to obtain one year worth of SNIPP VIIRS data. NOAA/STAR developed a global biomass burning emissions product (GBBEP) that combines fire detection and fire radiative power (FRP) from a network of geostationary satellites and polar-orbiting satellites. The polar-orbiting satellites used in the algorithm are Aqua and Terra MODIS. With the launch of Suomi NPP satellite and the availability of FRP from its VIIRS (Visible Infrared Imaging Radiometer Suite), STAR is modifying the algorithm to incorporate VIIRS data. South Dakota State University holds the only known research groups that can work on a selective area such as this.version of this forward model and it is developed and maintained at the University of Maryland Baltimore County. The statutory authority for other than full and open competition is 41 USC 253(c)(1) as implemented by FAR 6.302-1, Only one responsible source. The North American Industry Classification Code (NAICS) for this acquisition is 511210, $35.5 million size standard. This is not a solicitation for competitive quotes. However, if any other interested party believes that it can meet the requirements, it may submit a statement of capabilities, which if timely received, will be considered by NOAA. The capability statement and any other information furnished must be in writing, and must contain material in sufficient detail to allow NOAA to determine if the party can meet all of the foregoing requirements. Responses must also be accompanied by descriptive literature, warranties, and/or other information that demonstrates that the quote meets all of the foregoing requirements. Capability statements and related materials must be e-mailed to [email protected] by August 12, 2015, 10:00 am local standard time. Award will be made using FAR 13, Simplified acquisition procedures, current through FAC 2005-83. The determination to compete or not to compete the proposed contract based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. The information received will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement.