Unitree Dex5-1P Robotic Hands (Pair) *No Substitutes*
Overview
Buyer
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PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
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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
Brookhaven Science Associates, LLC (BSA), operator of Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL) for the U.S. Department of Energy, has issued Request for Quote (RFQ) AH478129 for the procurement of one Unitree G1 EDU Ultimate U4 robotic unit (No Substitutes). This is a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) opportunity under full and open competition. Quotes are due May 15, 2026, at 5 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The solicitation requires the provision of one Unitree G1 EDU Ultimate U4 robotic unit, with no substitutes accepted. The successful offeror must furnish all necessary labor, services, materials, and equipment in strict accordance with the attached Draft Purchase Order (Enclosure A). This includes adherence to specific quality assurance requirements (BNL-QA-101) covering areas such as electrostatic discharge control, electrical and fire protection equipment, scaffolding, hoisting, powered machine shop equipment, aerial devices, industrial equipment, and chemical handling (GHS compliance).
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP)
- Set-Aside: Full and Open Competition
- NAICS Code: 333998 (All Other Miscellaneous Manufacturing) with a 700-employee size standard.
- Payment Terms: Net 30 days
- Anticipated Delivery: September 1, 2026
- Freight Terms: FOB Destination, Freight Prepaid
Key Requirements for Bidders
Offerors must provide written attestation of compliance with Section 889 of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). A current Letter of Authorization (LOA) from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) or Original Component Manufacturer (OCM), or an authorized distributor, is mandatory to confirm authorization to supply the specified products. Procurement must be directly from the OEM/OCM or an authorized distributor; the use of brokers is prohibited without prior written approval. Offers not meeting these requirements will be deemed nonresponsive. Registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) is required, and Representations and Certifications must be accurate and up to date.
Submission & Evaluation
- Questions Due: May 12, 2026, at 5 PM EST
- Quote Due: May 15, 2026, at 5 PM EST
- Submission Method: Email submissions only to Aaron Hagler (ahagler@bnl.gov). The submission must include the signed Quotation Pricing Sheet (Enclosure B) and use "BSA RFQ AH478129" in the subject line.
- Basis of Award: Award will be made to the responsive and responsible Offeror submitting the lowest total price that meets all technical requirements.
Applicable Terms
The attached BSA General Terms and Conditions for Commercial Products (Rev24) will apply upon award, incorporating numerous Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Department of Energy Acquisition Regulation (DEAR) clauses. Brookhaven is a tax-exempt entity.