Ultrasonic Doppler Velocimetry

The Naval Supply Systems Command is conducting market research for an ultrasonic Doppler velocimetry turnkey system intended for the United States Naval Academy's Marine and Naval Engineering Department. The system must be capable of detecting flow velocities in opaque fluid media and will support faculty and midshipman research projects involving liquid metal convection experiments in energy storage and geophysics applications. Key technical requirements include a velocimeter with at least 10 communication channels capable of processing 3 parallel channels, 10 ultrasonic transducers operating between 4-8 MHz, and functionality at temperatures up to 60°C. The system must also include software with algorithms for 2D and 3D velocity profile measurements and carry a 2-year warranty on non-consumable components. Interested contractors must submit capability statements by August 7, 2025 at 2:00 PM EST, with submissions limited to five typewritten pages and sent to keisha.o.gordon-blair.civ@us.navy.mil.

This opportunity carries no set-aside designation and is classified under NAICS code 334519 with a size standard of 600 employees for Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing. The Request for Information does not identify any incumbent contractors or provide specific budget ranges or award values. Capability statements must include comprehensive company details such as business size, CAGE code, SAM registration status, technical expertise, and anticipated teaming arrangements. The system will be delivered to 590 Holloway Road, Annapolis, MD 21402, and this RFI serves solely for market research and planning purposes with no contract awards resulting from this announcement. The opportunity represents a specialized procurement for advanced scientific measurement equipment supporting naval engineering research and education programs.