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This document is a request for proposals (RFP) issued by Florida International University (FIU) for the construction and delivery of a compact Life Support Buoy (LSB) to support the Aquarius Underwater Laboratory in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary. The project entails the construction of a new LSB with capabilities equivalent to the existing 33-foot diameter buoy, which provides essential functions such as electricity, breathing air, and communication for the Aquarius Habitat. The RFP is open to electronic submissions only through FIU's Public Solicitation Portal, with a release date of September 27, 2023, and a bid due date of October 20, 2023, by 2:00:00 P.M. (EST). Interested parties are advised to visit the Aquarius Research Station website to learn more about the facility.

The RFP does not provide specific pricing terms or set-aside requirements. It also does not mention any incumbent contractors or the current environment for the project. The funding source and amount are not disclosed, but the new LSB is expected to enable FIU to efficiently manage operations related to the Aquarius Habitat while reducing costs associated with corrosion management and hurricane preparedness.