DRAFT Request for Proposal for ROTHR Operations & Maintenance
ID: N00189-25-R-Z003Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVSUP FLC NORFOLK

NAICS

All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (541990)

PSC

OPERATION OF RADAR AND NAVIGATIONAL FACILITIES (M1BC)

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https://sam.gov/opp/8dec7c21870b42e1ab2a040cef702ee9/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Department of the Navy's NAVSUP FLC Norfolk, is seeking proposals for the DRAFT Request for Proposal N00189-25-R-Z003 concerning Operations and Maintenance services for the Relocatable Over-the-Horizon Radar (ROTHR) system. The procurement aims to ensure comprehensive maintenance and operational support for the ROTHR system across various locations in Virginia, Texas, and Puerto Rico, facilitating continuous 24/7 operations that provide critical air and maritime surveillance data essential for national security. This initiative underscores the importance of reliable radar system management in combating threats such as drug trafficking, with contractors expected to adhere to strict operational, safety, and quality control standards. Interested parties can reach out to Lauren Lauver at lauren.a.lauver.civ@us.navy.mil for further information regarding this opportunity.

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    Lauren Lauver
    lauren.a.lauver.civ@us.navy.mil
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    Draft RFP N00189-25-R-Z003.pdf
    The document outlines the requirements and provisions for a federal Request for Proposal (RFP) concerning Relocatable Over-the-Horizon Radar (ROTHR) Operations and Maintenance Services. Its primary focus is to solicit proposals for comprehensive maintenance and operational support for the ROTHR system across various sites in Virginia, Texas, and Puerto Rico, ensuring continuous 24/7 operation to provide critical air and maritime surveillance data for national security purposes. Key components include detailed descriptions of operational expectations, staffing requirements, and specific maintenance procedures to uphold system performance and readiness. The document also specifies the procurement of unique identifiers for equipment, adherence to safety protocols, environmental considerations, and quality control measures. The RFP necessitates clear communication with external tasking agencies and mandates regular reporting on performance metrics and maintenance activities. Emphasizing collaboration and efficiency, the outline details contractual obligations for organizational and technical support within predetermined costs, reflecting the government's need for reliable surveillance operations against drug trafficking and related threats. In summary, the RFP seeks skilled contractors capable of executing technical operations while ensuring optimal equipment performance, contributing to national security objectives through effective radar system management and maintenance.
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