Sole Source to Innovative Professional Solutions for Conditional Assessment and Repair Events (CARE) Mine Hunting Sonar Set

PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW

The Department of the Navy, specifically the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) Warfare Center, is seeking a sole source procurement for Innovative Professional Solutions to provide Conditional Assessment and Repair Events (CARE) Mine Hunting Sonar Set. The primary objective of this procurement is to enhance the capabilities of mine hunting operations, ensuring that the Navy can effectively assess and repair sonar systems critical for maritime safety and operational readiness.

ISSUING ORGANIZATION

The issuing organization is the Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Navy, NAVSEA Warfare Center, located in Florida, USA. The primary contact for this opportunity is Jamell L. Kilgore, who can be reached via email at [email protected].

KEY DATES

• Posted Date: August 5, 2026
• Proposal Due Date: August 10, 2026
• Anticipated Award Date: Not specified
• Performance Period: Not specified

CONTRACT DETAILS

The contract type is not explicitly stated, but it is implied to be a sole source contract. The estimated contract value or budget range has not been disclosed. There are no mentions of option years.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

Bidders must meet the following mandatory requirements to be considered eligible:

• Certifications and Registrations: Registration in SAM.gov is required.
• Security Clearances: Specific security clearances have not been mentioned, but bidders should be prepared to meet any necessary security requirements typical for defense contracts.
• Set-Aside Restrictions: No specific set-aside restrictions (e.g., 8(a), HUBZone) have been noted.
• Geographic Restrictions: No geographic restrictions or place-of-performance requirements have been outlined.
• Experience Requirements: No minimum years of experience or past performance requirements have been specified.
• Bonding or Insurance Requirements: No bonding or insurance requirements have been mentioned.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES

Bidders should possess specific technical skills and domain expertise related to mine hunting sonar systems. Familiarity with the technologies and methodologies used in Conditional Assessment and Repair Events (CARE) is essential, although specific tools or platforms have not been detailed.

DELIVERABLES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

Key deliverables, milestones, and performance metrics have not been explicitly outlined in the RFP. Bidders should be prepared to propose a plan that meets the Navy's operational standards for mine hunting sonar systems.

EVALUATION CRITERIA

The evaluation criteria for proposals have not been detailed in the RFP. Bidders should anticipate that proposals will be evaluated based on technical approach, past performance, and possibly price, but specific weighting or priority of these factors has not been provided.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

While not mandatory, bidders with experience in similar defense contracts, particularly those involving mine hunting sonar systems, may have a competitive advantage. Preferred qualifications may include relevant certifications or specialized expertise in sonar technology.

In summary, bidders interested in this opportunity should ensure they meet the mandatory requirements, possess relevant technical capabilities, and be prepared to deliver effective solutions for mine hunting sonar systems.