Remote Operated Vehicle to support recovery of sci

The United States Geological Survey is seeking quotes for the lease of a remotely operated vehicle and associated mobilization services to support the recovery of scientific equipment mounted on a tripod frame anchored to the seafloor offshore of Washington. Quotes must include the signed SF18 form, firm fixed price, technical capability statement, and SAM UEI number, and are due by February 26, 2024. Quotes will be evaluated based on technical capability, past performance, and price, with performance periods stated as firm. Questions regarding this solicitation were required to be submitted to the contracting officer in writing by February 14, 2024.

There is no set-aside designated for this requirement. The primary NAICS code is 488390 for sightseeing transportation and support activities for transportation, and the work is to be performed offshore of Washington State between March 15-24, 2024. Quotes are sought for lease of an ROV capable of operating down to 1500 meters to support recovery efforts of scientific equipment mounted to a seafloor tripod frame at a depth of 240 meters from six sites aboard the R/V Sikuliaq.