MR may26 BETA_Redacted.pdf

This is a Market Research, Commerciality, and Sole Source Determination form for the U.S. Special Operations Command (SOCOM). The requirement is for procurement of the Shark Marine Tablet 2 underwater navigation system, an unclassified commercial item valued at $88,500. The system provides sub-surface navigation, sonar integration, and situational awareness for Special Operations Forces dive operations and includes a compact floating GPS sled with 10-meter cable, cable wrap bracket, case, and mounting hardware.

SOCOM conducted market research to identify alternative sources and determined that Shark Marine Technologies Inc. (CAGE L3436, socioeconomic status LB) is the sole qualified source. The contracting officer reached out to Shark Marine and confirmed they have no authorized distributors except for DLA sales through Darley Defense, with a five-month lead time plus two weeks for delivery. The market research identified competing products from GreenSea IQ, Teledyne Marine, VideoRay, and Riptide Autonomous; however, these alternatives were determined to lack the required software integration, hardware mounting specifications, specialized physical form factor, and MARSOC-specific data interfaces necessary to meet operational requirements without significant delays and additional development costs. The conclusion recommends pursuing a sole source contract with Shark Marine Technologies. The anticipated solicitation method is Limited Competition under NAICS 334511 (PSC 4220) for commercial supply items.