Underwater Mine Neutralization Tools
Overview
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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, NSWC Indian Head Division, is soliciting quotes for Underwater Mine Neutralization Tools, specifically brand-name sub-components for the Viper Mine Disposal System (MDS). This is a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) purchase order utilizing Simplified Acquisition Procedures. The opportunity is Unrestricted, and quotes are due by Monday, April 27, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for specific sub-components manufactured by ECS Special Projects Ltd.:
- NAU only Part No. SK1280 (Qty 20)
- Viper Mine Disposal System NAU Breach Consumable Part No. SK1281 (Qty 46) These items are for mine neutralization operations and require DoD unique identification or equivalent. Associated shipping services must be included.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Purchase Order (RFQ N0017426Q1044)
- NAICS Code: 335999 (Other Miscellaneous Electrical Equipment and Component Manufacturing)
- Size Standard: 600 employees
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted
- Delivery: 70 days after Date of Award. Inspection and acceptance will occur at Destination, NSWC IHEODTD, Indian Head, MD.
- Payment: Via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF); PCARD is not an acceptable method of payment.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quotes Due: Monday, April 27, 2026, 1:00 PM EST.
- Questions Due: Thursday, April 23, 2026, 9:00 AM EST.
- Submission Method: Email to kim.t.hagens.civ@us.navy.mil.
- Evaluation Basis: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA).
- Evaluation Factors (in order of importance):
- Technical: Quotes must reflect required specifications.
- Price: Must include all applicable costs and not exceed $350,000.00 (Simplified Acquisition Threshold).
- Requirements: Vendors must include a valid Cage Code and have an account in WAWF. If applicable, note your GSA contract number. All shipping costs must be included in the overall quote.
Additional Notes
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation. The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses 52.212-1, 52.212-3, and 52.212-5. Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) level requirements are detailed in Section L of the solicitation.