Science on a Sphere (SOS) exhibit

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has issued a Justification and Approval for a firm-fixed-price contract awarded to B/W Color Prints LLC, doing business as BWC Visual Technology. This project involves the turnkey installation of a Science On a Sphere (SOS) visualization system at the NOAA Satellite Operations Facility (NSOF) in Suitland, Maryland. The scope of work includes the provision of proprietary SOS hardware, software licensing exclusively authorized under CRADA CR-188, and specialized technical installation utilizing the patented Alignment Pro system. Additionally, the awardee will perform ancillary facility improvements and site preparation necessary to support the exhibit environment.

The procurement was conducted as a sole-source action under the authority of 41 U.S.C. 1901, as implemented by FAR 12.201-1 Simplified Procedures. This requirement is classified under NAICS 238390 for Other Building Finishing Contractors and PSC 5999 for Miscellaneous Electrical and Electronic Components. Identified under solicitation number 1332KP26C0003, the notice was published on May 5, 2026, with Cheryl Catalanotte serving as the point of contact. Supporting documentation includes a redacted justification file titled SSJ SOS Final_Fully Signed_Redacted.pdf.