Underwater Remotely Operated Vehicles
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 / NAVSUP FLT LOG CTR JACKSONVILLE is soliciting proposals for Underwater Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs) to enhance the operational capability, safety, and efficiency of C970 SIMA Mayport. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Quotes are due June 12, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for two (2) Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs) and associated accessories. These ROVs will be utilized for conducting underwater inspections, maintenance support, and search and recovery operations on naval vessels and associated infrastructure, particularly in hazardous and confined environments. Portability for pier-side operations and deployment from small boats is a key feature.
Key Technical Minimums for ROV System:
- Depth Rating: Minimum 280 Meters (approx. 1,000 ft).
- Camera System: Ultra-HD 4K (3840 x 2160) resolution with at least +/- 30 degrees mechanical tilt.
- Lighting: Integrated LED system, minimum 3,000 Lumens with adjustable dimming.
- Manipulator Arm: Electric modular arm, minimum 2kg lift capacity, 600N closing force, with interchangeable Quad Jaws and Soft Jaws.
- Tether System: High-strength, neutral/slightly positive buoyancy, minimum 130m length.
- Sensors: Integrated IMU (Gyro/Accelerometer), Depth Sensor, Water Temperature Sensor.
- Portability: Man-portable (excluding tether), housed in a ruggedized, waterproof transport case.
- Battery: 4 Standard Batteries.
- Warranty: One year extended warranty with a one-year option.
- Item Identification: DFARS 252.211-7003 is applicable.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price for items.
- Period of Performance: Delivery expected within 6 weeks from award.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business (NAICS 334511, 1350 employees).
- Submission Deadline: June 12, 2026, at 09:00 AM local time.
- Published Date: June 9, 2026.
- Delivery Location: SERMC NS Mayport, FL.
- Payment: Via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF).
Evaluation
Award will be made to the responsible Offeror whose offer is most advantageous to the Government, considering Price and Technical Capability. The source selection method is Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA). The Government reserves the right to award solely on initial quotes. Technical acceptability requires submission of specification sheets demonstrating understanding of requirements.
Additional Notes
Quotes must be submitted in PDF format by volume (Volume I - Price, Volume II - Technical Responsibility, Volume III - Contractor Responsibility). Questions regarding this solicitation are due by June 11, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET. Primary contact is Quentin Keaton (quentin.l.keaton.civ@us.navy.mil).