Next Generation Fathometer
ID: N0025325R7005Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVAL UNDERSEA WARFARE CENTERKEYPORT, WA, 98345-7610, USA

NAICS

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

PSC

UNDERWATER SOUND EQUIPMENT (5845)

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https://sam.gov/opp/69ccbcf3709b4652912b6355f244e28d/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division (NUWC) Keyport, is soliciting proposals for the procurement of a SONAR Sounding Set, as outlined in solicitation number N0025325R7005. This procurement includes essential components such as SONAR receiver-transmitters, mounting brackets, remote depth indicators, and a SONAR simulator, all of which must be manufactured in accordance with specific NAVSEA drawings. The SONAR Sounding Set is critical for enhancing naval operations and ensuring effective underwater detection and navigation capabilities. Interested vendors can access the updated solicitation documents via the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) Solicitation Module, and inquiries can be directed to primary contact Michael Beadle at michael.f.beadle.civ@us.navy.mil or secondary contact Terrell Burt at terrell.l.burt2.civ@us.navy.mil.

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    The Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) has issued a pre-solicitation notice regarding the Next Generation Fathometer (NGF), indicating intent to procure a SONAR Sounding Set. This includes a SONAR receiver-transmitter, mounting equipment, remote indicators, and connected technical documentation in accordance with specified Navy drawings. The solicitation will follow a “Best Value Trade Off” approach, considering technical capabilities, past performance, and price for contract awards. The anticipated solicitation number is N0025325R7005, with a planned contract award date of August 27, 2025, under a Firm-Fixed-Priced Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) structure. The initiative promotes full and open competition and targets the NAICS code 334511. Proposals must be submitted electronically, with the expectation that a solicitation will be issued by March 2025. Offerors seeking first article waivers must provide dual proposals detailing test and acceptance criteria. Sensitive technical documents require a completed DD Form 2345 for access, outlining restrictions due to the Arms Export Control Act. For further inquiries, specified contacts from NAVSEA are provided, emphasizing the structured engagement of interested parties in this procurement process.
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