Wave Gliders
ID: F1T0DF5198A101Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA2823 AFTC PZIOEGLIN AFB, FL, 32542-5418, USA

NAICS

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

PSC

MISCELLANEOUS SHIP AND MARINE EQUIPMENT (2090)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/a9202e4f6ed341bda97a942bea672084/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Air Force Test Center, intends to award a sole source contract to Liquid Robotics, Inc. for the procurement of 20 unmanned surface vehicles, along with related control software, payloads, and launch and recovery equipment. These vehicles must meet stringent specifications, including capabilities for long-term operation at sea, advanced navigation and communication systems, and robust safety features to ensure operational integrity in challenging marine environments. This acquisition is critical for enhancing the Air Force's operational capabilities in maritime environments, with an anticipated contract award date of December 19, 2025. Interested parties may direct inquiries to Kristina B. Brannon at kristina.brannon.1@us.af.mil, and responses must be submitted by 12:00 pm CST on December 18, 2025.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Kristina B. Brannon
    kristina.brannon.1@us.af.mil
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    TRD - Maritime Platform 20250418.pdf
    The Department of the Air Force requires the development of a Remote Control Platform (RCP) for maritime surface reference and instrumentation. The RCP must meet stringent safety specifications, including emergency location tracking and health monitoring for onboard sensors. It is required to operate continuously for at least ten months, maintain a speed of 2-3 knots, and handle exposure to harsh ocean conditions, surviving brief submersions and bad weather. The design calls for minimal visual and radar detectability, with specific size and weight limitations. Operational capabilities include various remote communication methods, high precision GPS, navigation accuracy, and a mission control interface for task management. The platform must also feature a robust power system and various onboard instruments, such as wave height sensors and weather stations. Delivery of the RCP must occur within a specified timeframe, with eligibility limited to U.S.-based companies only. This RFP is indicative of the Air Force's commitment to advancing maritime technology while ensuring safety and operational effectiveness.
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    Wave Gliders
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    Maritime Platform
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