CBP Intent to Sole Source ROV's RJE Oceanbotics, Inc.
ID: 20150634Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFUS CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTECTIONBORDER ENFORCEMENT CONTRACTING DIVISIONWASHINGTON, DC, 20229, USA

NAICS

All Other Miscellaneous Manufacturing (339999)

PSC

MARINE LIFESAVING AND DIVING EQUIPMENT (4220)

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https://sam.gov/opp/b9329935176043cc84a8f4cc6646f68e/view
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    The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), intends to negotiate a Sole Source Award with RJE Oceanbotics, Inc. for the procurement of three SRV-8 DSS Underwater ROV systems and related equipment. This procurement is justified under FAR 6.302-1, indicating that only one responsible source can meet the agency's requirements. The underwater ROV systems are critical for enhancing marine lifesaving and diving operations, which are essential for border enforcement activities. Interested parties who wish to submit information regarding their capabilities must contact Robert Kay at robert.kay@cbp.dhs.gov by 2:00 PM ET on April 23, 2025; no phone calls will be accepted.

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    Robert Kay
    (317) 614-4824
    (317) 713-7281
    Robert.J.Kay@cbp.dhs.gov
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