DT-513 Series Hydrophones
ID: N66604-26-R-0029Type: Presolicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNUWC DIV NEWPORTNEWPORT, RI, 02841-1703, USA

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Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511)

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UNDERWATER SOUND EQUIPMENT (5845)

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    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Newport (NUWCDIVNPT), is seeking contractors for the production of DT-513 Series Hydrophones to support the Hull Sensor Systems (HSS) Program. The contract will involve the design, manufacture, testing, packaging, and delivery of up to six first article hydrophones and an estimated 3,731 production units, adhering to the Critical Item Performance Specification (CIPS) requirements. These hydrophones are crucial for underwater sound detection and navigation, playing a vital role in naval operations. Interested parties should note that the anticipated Request for Proposal (RFP) release is expected in February 2026, with an estimated award date in October 2026. For inquiries, contact Julianna Ricci at julianna.b.ricci.civ@us.navy.mil or Keri Gunn at Keri.l.gunn.civ@us.navy.mil.

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    This Statement of Work (SOW) outlines a contract for the production of DT-513 Series Hydrophones for the Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division, Newport (NUWCDIVNPT). The contractor is responsible for the design, manufacturing, testing, packaging, and delivery of up to three DT-513D and three DT-513G first article hydrophones, and up to 4,631 production hydrophones, all meeting Critical Item Performance Specification (CIPS) requirements. The SOW details phases for First Article production and testing, including various configuration reviews, audits, and report submissions, followed by a Production Phase. Funding sources include Navy procurement, shipbuilding, and Foreign Military Sales. The document also covers government surveillance, security compliance, and OPSEC requirements, emphasizing the protection of unclassified and controlled unclassified information.
    This Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the production contract for DT-513 Series Hydrophones for the Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division, Newport (NUWCDIVNPT). The contractor will design, manufacture, test, and deliver up to six first article hydrophones (DT-513D and DT-513G) and up to 3,731 production hydrophones. The project involves a rigorous configuration management process, including Preliminary and Final Configuration Reviews, First Article Physical Configuration Audits, and extensive testing to meet Critical Item Performance Specification (CIPS) requirements. The SOW details funding types, authorized users, and sponsors from various Navy programs, emphasizing strict adherence to security and quality surveillance standards throughout the production and delivery phases.
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