B01.01 Water_Linked_Combined_Synopsis_Solicitation_REV1.docx

COMBINED SYNOPSIS / SOLICITATION

WATERLINKED SONAR SYSTEMS AND DOPPLER VELOCITY LOGS (DVL)

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers | Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC)

1. General Information This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products prepared in accordance with FAR Part 12, as revised by the Revolutionary Federal Acquisition Regulation Overhaul (RFO), and applicable Defense FAR Supplement (DFARS) class deviations. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Quotations are requested, and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.

Solicitation PANERD-27-P-0000-028101 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for brand-name WaterLinked Sonar Systems and Doppler Velocity Logs (DVL). This acquisition is a 100% small business set-aside. Only eligible small business concerns under the assigned NAICS code and size standard will be considered for award. The Government intends to issue one firm-fixed-price purchase order for the complete requirement.

The full text of provisions and clauses incorporated by reference is available at https://www.acquisition.gov.

2. Background and Requirement The U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC), Environmental Laboratory (EL), conducts environmental science and engineering research supporting the U.S. Army, Department of War, and the Nation. Research includes ecosystem restoration, ecological resources, contaminant management, risk and decision science, environmental sensing, ecological modeling and forecasting, environmental security, and environmentally sustainable materials.

The Environmental Systems Branch requires the specific brand-name WaterLinked sonar systems and Doppler Velocity Logs identified herein. Quotations offering substitute products, alternate manufacturers, or “equal” products will not satisfy the requirement. The Government will document the basis for this brand-name restriction as required by applicable RFO FAR and DFARS procedures.

3. Schedule of Supplies

TOTAL QUOTED PRICE: $________________

Prices shall include packaging, transportation, and all charges for F.O.B. Destination delivery.

4. Technical Requirements

4.1 CLIN 0001 — WaterLinked DVL A100

Quantity: Six (6) each. The contractor shall furnish new, unused genuine WaterLinked DVL A100 units meeting all specifications below:

Cable – 0.4m c/w Seacon MC8M (side entry) Version: Performance Depth rating: 1,000 meters Acoustic range: 100 meters Optimized stability and accuracy to maintain bottom lock at speeds up to 5 meters/second Operational altitude capability down to 5 centimeters Suitable for remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) of varying sizes

4.2 CLIN 0002 — WaterLinked Sonar 3D-15 System

Quantity: Two (2) each. Each complete, new, unused field-ready system shall be designed for rapid deployment in offshore, marine survey, inspection, and subsea operations and shall contain all components necessary to power, connect, and operate the sonar system:

WaterLinked Sonar 3D-15 with terminated cable 1-meter mating tail 10-meter deck cable I/O interface box with power input, Ethernet output, and deck-cable connection AC-to-DC power supply RJ45 Ethernet cable Rugged transit case for transport and storage

5. Delivery Requirements Required delivery date: January 30, 2027 Deliver F.O.B. Destination to: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, ERDC – EEC, 3909 Halls Ferry Road, Vicksburg, MS 39180.

Transportation charges shall be included in quoted prices. The contractor shall package equipment to prevent damage and coordinate delivery with the designated Government receiving point, which will be provided at award. Partial deliveries may be accepted at the Government’s discretion, but all quantities must arrive by the required date.

6. Inspection and Acceptance Inspection and acceptance shall occur at destination by authorized Government personnel. The Government will verify quantities, model identification, configuration, included components, and physical condition. Nonconforming items are subject to rejection and correction or replacement in accordance with the order terms and conditions at no additional cost to the Government.

7. Instructions to Quoters Submit quotations electronically to william.t.rawe@usace.army.mil and CHLCTQuotes@usace.army.mil by the date and time specified in the SAM.GOV announcement. Include sufficient information for evaluation of technical compliance, delivery, and price.

Solicitation number; legal business name and contact information Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and small-business status under the assigned NAICS Manufacturer and model identification for each CLIN Confirmation that all specified brand-name configurations and components are included Firm-fixed unit prices, extended prices, and total price including delivery Confirmation of ability to meet the required delivery date Applicable manufacturer warranty information Any proposed exceptions to solicitation terms Manufacturer literature may be submitted to establish compliance. Prices must be in U.S. Dollars. Questions must be submitted in writing within 3 business days prior to the quote due date.

8. Evaluation and Basis for Award The Government intends to issue one firm-fixed-price purchase order to the responsible eligible small business quoter submitting the lowest-priced quotation meeting all technical and delivery requirements, provided the price is fair and reasonable.

Technical Acceptability The quotation must demonstrate compliance with the specified brand, models, configurations, quantities, and technical requirements. Substitutes, alternate manufacturers, and nonconforming configurations are unacceptable.

Delivery The quotation must demonstrate ability to meet the stated required delivery date. Later delivery may be deemed unacceptable.

Price Total evaluated price is the sum of both CLIN extended prices, including all applicable shipping and charges. The Government will determine whether the price is fair and reasonable.

Award will be based on technical acceptability, acceptable delivery, responsibility, and lowest total evaluated fair and reasonable price. The Government may request clarifications and may make award without discussions or revised quotations.

9. Additional Contract Requirements

9.1 System for Award Management

The successful quoter shall satisfy applicable SAM.GOV active registration and eligibility requirements prior to the solicitation closing date.

9.2 Warranty

Provide the manufacturer’s standard commercial warranty applicable to the furnished equipment.

9.3 Payment

Payment shall follow delivery, inspection, acceptance, and submission of a proper invoice in accordance with the purchase order. Electronic invoicing and receiving-report requirements will be specified in the order.

9.4 Purchase Order Formation

A quotation is not itself a binding contract. Issuance of a purchase order is the Government’s offer to buy; contractual formation is governed by the applicable acquisition procedures and acceptance of the purchase order.

END OF COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION

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