This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for husbandry and port services for the NOAA Ship Pisces. The primary place of performance is Bridgetown, Barbados, with the possibility of proposing another suitable logistical port in the area. The period of performance is for 10 days between June 1, 2026, and September 15, 2026, with anticipated moorage from August 11 to 29, 2026. The solicitation includes multiple Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs) for services like pilotage, pier security, supplies, equipment rental, food stores, and ground transportation, all to be paid at actual cost not to exceed the total amount of the purchase order. The award will be based on best value, considering experience/past performance, availability of services and dates, and price.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) requires comprehensive husbandry and port services for the NOAA Ship Pisces in Bridgetown, Barbados, with the potential for an alternative logistical port within the area. The period of performance is for 10 days between June 1, 2026, and September 15, 2026, with anticipated moorage from August 11 to 29, 2026. The requirement is broken into multiple independent Contract Line Item Numbers (CLINs) including husbandry services, pier security, supplies, equipment with operators, food stores, ground transportation, and a husbanding agent, with pricing to be paid at actual cost not to exceed the total amount of the purchase order. Vendors must provide detailed information about their local port agent partner, including company and assigned individual experience. Award will be based on best value considering experience/past performance, availability of services and dates, and price.