Datawell Waverider IV (DWR4) Buoy Systems Support
ID: M68909-25-I-7903Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYSUPPLY OFFICERCAMP PENDLETON, CA, 92055-5171, USA

NAICS

Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology) (541715)

PSC

SPECIAL STUDIES/ANALYSIS- OCEANOLOGICAL (B526)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/3d29f1c8ced740d69d3c893895055011/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the United States Marine Corps, is seeking support for the maintenance and operation of two Datawell Waverider IV (DWR4) buoy systems at Camp Pendleton, California. The procurement aims to ensure the buoys remain operational through field operations, preventative maintenance, and corrective maintenance services, which are critical for assessing sea conditions vital for safe marine operations. The contractor will be responsible for labor, materials, data management, and reporting, with specific requirements for maintenance documentation and the availability of spare buoys. Interested parties can reach out to Barbara J. Hawes at barbara.hawes@usmc.mil or Marlanea Kirkbride at marlanea.kirkbride@usmc.mil for further information regarding this opportunity.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Barbara J. Hawes
    barbara.hawes@usmc.mil
    Marlanea Kirkbride
    marlanea.kirkbride@usmc.mil
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    PWS Wave Buoy Services v0.5.pdf
    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines requirements for the Amphibious Vehicle Test Branch (AVTB) of the United States Marine Corps regarding the maintenance and operation of Datawell Waverider IV buoy systems. The PWS specifies that the contractor will be responsible for labor, materials, and services necessary for field operations, preventative and corrective maintenance, data management, and reporting. The two monitoring buoy locations are critical for assessing sea conditions vital for safe marine operations. Key responsibilities include performing scheduled preventative inspections, timely corrective maintenance, and documenting the maintenance activities. The contractor must report on maintenance performed and maintain spare buoys ready for deployment. Additionally, the PWS provides specific requirements for data availability, timeliness of reporting, and the functionality of spare buoys. Comprehensive performance requirements and quality assurances are also established, detailing acceptable quality levels for maintenance tasks and the expected efficiency of service delivery. This document is significant within the context of government RFPs, establishing contractual obligations that ensure continuous data collection for operational planning and testing within littoral environments, thereby supporting mission effectiveness and safety for the U.S. Marine Corps and other Department of Defense operations.
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