The Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD) has a requirement for a Defender ROV submersible and associated items. The NAICS code is 334511 and the Product/Service Code is 2090.

The proposed purchase order is being solicited on a sole-source basis to VideoRay. The proposed action is for an exchange of equipment for which the Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source pursuant to FAR 6.302-1(a)(2)(ii). The basis for restricting competition is for the following reason: VideoRay is the OEM and sole source for the Defender ROV submersible. The NSWCCD intends to award a firm fixed-price purchase order to VideoRay using Simplified Acquisition Procedures.

Interested parties may identify their interest to this requirement by submitting a capabilities statement no later than 12/12/2022. This notice of intent is NOT a request for competitive proposals. However, all responses received by 12/12/2022 at 2:00 PM EST will be considered by the Government. Any questions must be received via e-mail by 12/8/2022 at 2:00 PM EST. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed purchase order based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received will normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement.

Inquiries should be directed to Steven Besanko at steven.besanko@navy.mil.