380 FT Towing Tank Carriage Control System
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Navy, specifically NAVSUP FLT LOG CTR NORFOLK, is conducting a Sources Sought for a 380 FT Towing Tank Carriage Control System for the Naval Academy Hydromechanics Laboratory (NAHL) in Annapolis, MD. This RFI aims to gather information for the potential procurement and installation of a new, state-of-the-art carriage control system to upgrade NAHL operations. This is for planning purposes only and is not a solicitation for proposals. Responses are due by March 11, 2026.
Scope of Work
The anticipated procurement involves the purchase and installation of a complete carriage control system, including a user interface console and operating software. Key aspects include:
- Powering and controlling existing drive motors and regenerative braking.
- Integration of new position sensing equipment.
- Replacement of current electrical and powering systems.
- Comprehensive installation, training for USNA/NAHL staff, and provision of technical data.
- Supply of software, maintenance details, and a one-year warranty.
- Removal of the old system.
Key Requirements & Performance Specifications
The system must meet stringent performance criteria, including:
- Control Modes: Normal Speed, Programmable Speed, Manual, Stop/Start, Position Move, and Jog Control.
- Control Capabilities: Speed range of 0.01 to 40 ft/s, acceleration/deceleration from 0.01 to 16 ft/s², and jerk range of 0.01 to 30 ft/s³.
- Accuracy: Positioning accuracy of 10 mm at max speed and 6 mm at 1.5 ft/s.
- Software: A Graphical User Interface (GUI) with help features, metric/English unit selection, programmable speeds/accelerations, synchronization with wavemaker signals, and a history/error log.
- Electrical System: Utilization of existing 480V, 1000 Amp panel, powering two 200 HP DC motors (240V, 670 Amps), with insulated, corrosion/humidity resistant wiring.
- Safety & Reliability: Emergency stop functionality, failsafe modes, a 20-year design life, and minimal maintenance downtime (<= 3 days/year).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (for planning purposes)
- Anticipated Contract Type: Single award, Firm Fixed Price (FFP)
- NAICS Code: 335312, Motor and Generator Manufacturing (Size Standard: 1,250 employees)
- Product Service Code: 6110, Electrical Control Equipment
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage)
- Response Due: March 11, 2026, 12:00 PM EST
- Published: February 25, 2026
- Place of Performance: Naval Academy Hydromechanics Laboratory (NAHL), Annapolis, MD 21402
RFI Submission Requirements
Interested parties should submit responses referencing the RFI, including:
- Company name, address, POC, phone, email.
- CAGE Code and DUNS Number.
- Business size under NAICS 335312.
- Capability statement addressing ability to deliver systems per the Draft SOW, including past performance (contract numbers, dollar value, period of performance).
- Indication of prime or subcontractor capability, including anticipated subcontracting percentage and business size of subcontractors. Submissions are limited to five (5) typewritten pages in no less than 12 font. Responses should be emailed to gilbert.k.dobison.civ@us.navy.mil. This is not a request for proposal, and the Government will not pay for RFI costs.