306 RQS Underwater ROVs
Closed Special Notice Posted
- Solicitation number
- FA487726QA167
- Agency
-
Air Combat Command
Air Force, Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 334511 Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing
- PSC
- 6605 Navigational Instruments
- Place of performance
- Tucson, Arizona 85707, United States
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
Air Combat Command announced a sole-source intent to award a contract to VideoRay, LLC for the Mission Specialist Defender Remotely Operated Vehicle system and associated equipment, with a capability statement deadline of July 22, 2026. Market research confirmed that no other commercially available ROV system meets all required operational specifications while maintaining compatibility with the Government's existing underwater capability, and VideoRay holds the sole authorized source designation for Department of Defense sales within the United States. The procurement supports underwater search, rescue, recovery, diver support, and underwater inspection operations for 306th Rescue Squadron rescue missions, valued at approximately $2.4 million. The Government procured an initial Defender platform in 2024 (FA487724P0076) and is now expanding that investment with six complete systems, each including the Defender submersible, Mission Specialist controllers, sonar, autopilot navigation, manipulator kit, cameras, tether systems, and five days of manufacturer-certified operator training. Sole sourcing maintains standardization, reduces long-term support costs, ensures operator training compatibility, and preserves interoperability with other DoD organizations already operating the Defender platform. Interested parties may submit capability statements demonstrating their ability to satisfy minimum requirements; the Government commits to future market research before subsequent acquisitions to identify additional responsible sources. Contracting officer: Micky L. Hallman (355 CONS/PKP).
Notice text
Intent to sole source to VideoRay, LLC for the Mission Specialist Defender Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) system and associated equipment. This is not a solicitation and quotes are not being accepted at the moment.
The Government has a requirement to procure the VideoRay Mission Specialist Defender Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) system, associated equipment, software, accessories, and manufacturer-certified operator training in support of Air Combat Command rescue operations. The required system will support underwater search, rescue, recovery, diver support, and underwater inspection operations. Interested parties believing they can provide the required supplies and services are encouraged to submit a capability statement demonstrating their ability to satisfy the Government's minimum requirements.
See below for item specifics:
Defender ROV Submersible with case and Sundries 73421 Qty: 6 EA
Mission Specialist Workhorse Splashproof Controller 73394 Qty: 6 EA
Defender Module Spares Kit 71532 Qty: 6 EA
Navigation Package: Autopilot System Defender (DVL, GPS & Integration) 71042 Qty: 6 EA
M750D Mission Specialist Defender Oculus Sonar 71047 Qty: 6 EA
Greensea Upgrade and Support plan for EOD Workspace 1 year subscription (with
batteries) 74516 Qty: 6 EA
Greensea Defender EOD Workspace (US Navy) 72040 Qty: 6 EA
VideoRay Control Software 78624 Qty: 6 EA
Mission Specialist Defender Rotating Manipulator Kit 70824 Qty: 6 EA
Mission Specialist Defender Kit Blueprint USBL System 71162 Qty: 6 EA
Defender HD Rear Facing Camera Kit w/LED Light module, and mount 73234 Qty: 6 EA
Submersible 1 to 2 Port Ethernet Hub 73251 Qty: 6 EA
Sealed Hand Controller - Defender 71655 Qty: 6 EA
Extended Capacity Tether Deployment System (400v) 70452 Qty: 6 EA
Tether - Performance Neutral 984 Ft / 300m 71997 Qty: 6 EA
Tether - Performance Neutral 328ft/100m with Terminations 72036 Qty: 12 EA
Tether Bag Backpack 50240 Qty: 12 EA
Training - Continental U.S. (5 Days) Operator On-site TRAINING-US-5 Qty: 6 EA
Recovery and Retrieval Tools Kit RCVRY-001-KIT Qty: 6 EA
MSS Power Cord Type B (USA) 70715 Qty: 6 EA
MSS ELCI Assembly Type B/USA 71746 Qty: 6 EA
15 Amp to 20 Amp Plug Adapter 1' Cable With Warning Label 73214 Qty: 6 EA
Portable Power Supply - Military 71850 Qty: 6 EA
95mm 3 Blade Propeller Left/ 5mm Collet 70950 Qty: 48 EA
95mm 3 Blade Propeller Right/ 5mm Collet 70951 Qty: 48 EA
Bren-Tronics Advanced 2590 Battery Charger Kit 75242 Qty: 6 EA
Brenegy High performance BB-2590 Li-ion Battery 294Wh (single battery) 71581 Qty: 72 EA
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