B--Vessel and ROV Services- Blake Plateau
ID: 140M0125Q0027Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEBUREAU OF OCEAN ENERGY MANAGEMENTACQUISITION MANAGEMENT DIVISIONSTERLING, VA, 20166, USA

NAICS

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

PSC

SPECIAL STUDIES/ANALYSIS- OCEANOLOGICAL (B526)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/f7444072dfc34794a853807a5cc46b3c/view
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    Description

    The Department of the Interior, through the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) on behalf of the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM), is soliciting bids for Vessel and Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) services to support an investigation of the Blake Plateau. The objective of this procurement is to collect geological and biological data to assess the ecological impact of past mineral extraction activities in the area, with the contract structured on a time-and-materials basis. This initiative is crucial for enhancing ecological stewardship in marine environments, ensuring informed decision-making regarding offshore energy management and environmental oversight. Interested parties should note that the contract value is estimated between $550,000 and $600,000, with offers due by August 5, 2025; inquiries can be directed to Jennifer Moreci at jennifer.moreci@bsee.gov or by phone at 703-787-1218.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Moreci, Jennifer
    (703) 787-1218
    jennifer.moreci@bsee.gov
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    B08_140M0125Q0027.pdf
    The U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE), is soliciting bids for Vessel and Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) services to support an investigation of the Blake Plateau over a 12-month period. The procurement follows FAR Part 13.5 and is open for firms meeting the NAICS code 334511 criteria. The main objective is to collect data on benthic communities and assess the ecological impact of past mineral extraction activities in the area. The contract includes a time-and-materials basis for labor and materials, with a ceiling price estimated between $550,000 and $600,000. The scope encompasses planning and executing a survey to collect geological and biological data, requiring up to 11 days of ROV operations at depths of up to 1,000 meters. Contractors must provide a suitable vessel and ROV, along with necessary accommodation for government scientists who will lead operations and data management. Data must be delivered within 30 days post-survey with detailed metadata, ensuring compliance with accessibility standards. Regular meetings and reports are stipulated to track progress and adapt plans. This request illustrates the government's commitment to informed ecological stewardship in marine environments, responding to previous gaps in observational data from extractive activities.
    B09_Amendment__3_Q_A_0003.pdf
    Amendment No. 3 to RFQ No. 140M0125Q0027, issued by the United States Department of the Interior (DOI), Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) on August 18, 2025, addresses vendor questions regarding "Vessel and Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROV) services to Support an Investigation of the Blake Plateau." This amendment incorporates government responses to questions, clarifying various aspects of the solicitation. Key clarifications include: the contract will be time and materials, requiring the contractor to propose weather allowances and provide dockside assistance; the government science team is responsible for sample transportation to laboratories; detailed specifications for geological, biological, and eDNA samples, including size, weight, and storage requirements; ROV manipulator, navigation, and lighting requirements; sample preservation methods and onboard laboratory capabilities; and protocols for biosafety and data management. It also clarifies that fuel costs are reimbursable, and past performance forms and CPARS ratings count towards the 20-page limit. The document also corrects the Final Survey Plan deliverables, confirming only two versions are required: a draft within 14 days of award and a final at least 30 days prior to the field survey. All other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged.
    B09_Amendment_2_RFQ_140M0125Q027_0002.pdf
    Amendment #1 to RFQ# 140M0125Q0027 extends the deadline for submitting questions. The new deadline is August 8, 2025, at 5:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time, extended from the original August 4, 2025. All questions must be submitted in writing to Jennifer.Moreci@bsee.gov. Responses will be provided via subsequent amendments if necessary. All other terms and conditions of the solicitation remain unchanged. This amendment is crucial for ensuring potential bidders have adequate time to seek clarifications, which is a standard practice in government procurement processes to facilitate fair and comprehensive proposals.
    Sol_140M0125Q0027_Amd_0001.pdf
    The Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE), on behalf of the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM), is issuing Request for Quote (RFQ) 140M0125Q0027 for "Vessel and Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROV) services to Support an Investigation of the Blake Plateau." This acquisition, conducted under FAR Parts 13.5 (Simplified Acquisition Procedures for Certain Commercial Items) and 12 (Commercial Items), requires offerors to acknowledge receipt of this amendment by completing items 8 and 15 and returning copies, acknowledging on each submitted offer, or by separate communication, prior to the specified hour and date. Failure to acknowledge may result in offer rejection. The effective date of this amendment is 07/31/2025, and the due date for offers is 08/05/2025.
    Sol_140M0125Q0027_Amd_0002.pdf
    The Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE), on behalf of the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM), is issuing a combined synopsis/solicitation, 140M0125Q0027, for Vessel and Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROV) services. This Request for Quote (RFQ) is for a project titled “Vessel and Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROV) services to Support an Investigation of the Blake Plateau.” The acquisition is being conducted under FAR Part 13.5 (Simplified Acquisition Procedures for Certain Commercial Items) and FAR Part 12 (Commercial Items). The solicitation was amended on July 31, 2025, with an effective date of August 5, 2025. Offerors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment by completing items 8 and 15, and returning copies of the amendment, acknowledging receipt on each offer copy, or via separate communication referencing the solicitation and amendment numbers. Failure to acknowledge receipt by the specified hour and date may result in rejection of the offer.
    Sol_140M0125Q0027_Amd_0003.pdf
    This document is an amendment to Solicitation No. 140M0125Q0027, issued by the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) on behalf of the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM). The solicitation is a Request for Quote (RFQ) for "Vessel and Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROV) services to Support an Investigation of the Blake Plateau." This acquisition is being conducted under FAR Part 13.5 (Simplified Acquisition Procedures for Certain Commercial Items) and FAR Part 12 (Commercial Items). The amendment specifies that offers must acknowledge receipt by one of three methods: completing and returning copies of the amendment, acknowledging receipt on each offer copy, or via separate communication referencing the solicitation and amendment numbers. Failure to acknowledge receipt by the specified hour and date (August 5, 2025) may result in the rejection of the offer. This document outlines the procedures for acknowledging the amendment and notes that all other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged.
    Sol_140M0125Q0027.pdf
    The document outlines a Request for Quote (RFQ) issued by the United States Department of the Interior, Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE), on behalf of the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM). The RFQ concerns a project for Vessel and Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) services to support an investigation of the Blake Plateau. The performance period for the contract spans from December 8, 2025, to December 8, 2026, with a single task order relating to the delivery of these services. Key elements of the acquisition include the adherence to federal simplified acquisition procedures and commercial item regulations as per FAR guidelines. The document specifies that contractors must provide services outlined in the attached statement of work and indicates the solicitation will prioritize small business participation, including service-disabled veteran-owned and economically disadvantaged women-owned entities. Important administrative details such as payment information, issue dates, and administrative contacts are also included, along with stipulations regarding the delivery location and invoicing procedures. Overall, this RFQ represents the federal government’s requirements for specialized oceanological studies and analysis in the context of offshore energy management and environmental oversight.
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