Defender Remotely Operated Vehicle and Accessories

Amendment / Modification

This modification (Modification 0002) to Solicitation N0017426Q10300002 makes the following changes:

• Closing Date Extension: The response due date has been extended to 15 June 2026 at 16:00 PM.
• Added Items: Two additional items (CLINs 0022 and 0023) have been added to the solicitation. These items are for 'Greensea Defender' and 'Greensea 1 year Evergreen Defender Upgrade and support', respectively, with a Product Service Code of 2090 and a Firm Fixed Price arrangement.
• Modified CLINs/SLINs/ELINs: Several CLINs (0001 through 0021) have had their Manufacturer's Part Numbers modified. Specific changes are detailed in Section B.
• Inspection and Acceptance Locations: New inspection and acceptance locations have been added for CLINs 0022 and 0023. The inspection and acceptance location for CLIN 0021 has been modified regarding POC Telephone.
• Deliveries or Performance: Delivery information (FOB Point and Payment Method) has been added for CLINs 0002 through 0009, 0011, 0012, 0020, 0022, and 0023. Delivery for CLINs 0022 and 0023 is specified as 9 weeks from the Date of Award.
• FOB Point and Payment Method: The FOB Point has been changed to 'Destination' and the Payment Method to 'Contractor' for several CLINs.

• Section A - Solicitation/Contract Form (Response Due Date)
• Section B - Supplies or Services & Prices or Costs (Added CLINs, Modified CLINs/SLINs/ELINs)
• Section E - Inspection and Acceptance (Added/Modified locations)
• Section F - Deliveries or Performance (Added delivery information, modified FOB Point and Payment Method)

The proposal submission deadline has been extended to 15 June 2026 at 16:00 PM. Bidders should review the updated CLINs and associated details in Sections B, E, and F.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

The Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division (NSWC IHD) requires the procurement of a Videoray Defender Remote Operated Vehicle (ROV) with specified accessories.

The contractor shall provide the following equipment as a complete package:

• Defender ROV submersible with case and sundries
• Mission Specialist Workhorse Comptroller
• Greensea Defender EOD Workspace
• Navigation Package (Autopilot System Defender with DVL, GPS & Integration)
• M750D Mission Specialist Defender Oculus Sonar
• Mission Specialist Defender Rotating Manipulator Kit
• Defender HD Rear Facing Storm IP Camera with LED light module
• Submersible 1 to 2 port ethernet cable
• Extended Capacity Tether Development System (400v)
• Performance neutral tethers (984ft/300m and 328ft/100m)
• Mission Specialist thruster kits (2)
• Single use emergency thruster refill kits (4)
• Mission Specialist Defender Hardware and Fastener kits (2)
• Mission Specialist Maintenance Kits (hardware, fasteners and props) (2)
• 95mm 3 blade propellers (left and right, 7 each)
• Tether 8 pin part dummy end caps (pair)
• Float Shield with stickers
• 300M aux float combo kit (3 kg buoyancy)
• Mission Specialist Tool Kits (2)
• Shipping & Handling services

Any variations to the specified ROV configuration will not be accepted.

• Delivery is required no later than 9 weeks from award.

• Delivery Address: Indian Head, MD 20640.

• The vendor shall provide customer service support.

• The vendor is responsible for the replacement of defective or damaged parts and/or materials at no cost to the Government during the standard 1-year warranty period.

• A 1-year industry standard warranty is required.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment modifies the solicitation N0017426Q1030 by making the following changes:

• NAICS Code: Changed from 336612 to 334511.

• Size Standard: Changed from 1000 employees to 1350 employees.

• Response Due Date: Extended from March 20, 2026, to March 27, 2026.

• Product Service Codes (CLINs): For all listed CLINs (0001 through 0021), the Product Service Code has been changed from 1386 to 2090.

• Section A - Solicitation/Contract Form

• Section B - Supplies or Services & Prices or Costs (CLINs 0001-0021)

The proposal response due date has been extended to March 27, 2026. Bidders should ensure their proposals reflect the updated NAICS code, size standard, and Product Service Codes for all CLINs.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the procurement of an Underwater Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) system and associated components. The solicitation is issued by NSWC Indian Head Division.

The solicitation details a schedule of supplies/services, including:

• Defender ROV Submersible with case and Sundries
• Mission Specialist Workhorse Controller
• Navigation Package (Autopilot System Defender)
• M750D Mission Specialist Defender Oculus Sonar
• Mission Specialist Defender Rotating Manipulator Kit
• Defender Rear Facing Camera Kit
• Submersible Ethernet Cables
• Extended Capacity Tether Deployment System
• Tethers (various lengths)
• Mission Specialist Thruster Kit
• Emergency Thruster Refill Kit
• Hardware and Fastener Kits
• Maintenance Kits
• Propellers
• Float Shields
• Float Combo Kits
• Tool Kits
• Shipping and Handling

All items require DoD unique identification or a DoD recognized unique identification equivalent, as per DFARS 252.211-7003.

• The contract type is Firm Fixed Price for all listed items.

• Delivery is expected within 9 weeks from the date of award.

• Inspection and acceptance will occur at both destination and FOB (details to be determined).

• Quotations are due by 20 March 2026.

• The RFQ includes standard FAR and DFARS clauses incorporated by reference, covering areas such as payment, contract administration, and representations and certifications.

• Specific instructions for electronic invoicing via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) are provided.

• The document indicates it is NOT a small business set-aside.

• The document includes detailed information on contract administration data, including points of contact and payment instructions.

• Various FAR and DFARS clauses are incorporated by reference, covering a wide range of requirements including cybersecurity, supply chain, labor standards, and environmental considerations.