Ada County Sheriff's Office Underwater Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV)

Ada County Procurement is soliciting quotes for an underwater remotely operated vehicle (ROV) designed specifically for law enforcement search and recovery missions for the Ada County Sheriff's Office. The ROV must be an industrial-grade system capable of operating in fresh and saltwater environments at depths up to 305 meters, with specific technical requirements including a thruster system with a 200-pound payload capacity, 200-rotating 4K camera with low-light sensitivity, dual quad floodlights, dual-function grabber, precision sonar, and Doppler Velocity Log. The system must support both tethered (150-meter tether) and battery-powered operation with 2-3 hours runtime and two spare battery sets. Required deliverables include the fully assembled ROV, three interchangeable claw attachments, handheld controller with LCD monitor, two Pelican-style transport cases, comprehensive operator manual, and manufacturer-provided training videos. Vendors must submit quotes online through https://adacounty.bonfirehub.com by 4:00 p.m. local time on December 12, 2025, with vendor questions due by December 5, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. through the Bonfire platform's Vendor Discussions section. The delivery deadline is May 1, 2026, with final delivery to occur within 30 days of Purchase Order issuance.

The solicitation does not specify any specific set-aside designations or restrictions on vendor types, suggesting the procurement is open to all qualified vendors. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the ROV must be new and in first-class condition. The vendor will be responsible for all aspects of procurement, delivery, and will serve as the sole point of contact for the Purchase Order. A minimum one-year manufacturer's warranty is required, covering all parts and labor, including shipping costs for repairs. Though specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive technical specifications suggest a sophisticated and potentially high-value procurement. Ada County will be exempt from Idaho state sales and use taxes, and the vendor will be responsible for any applicable taxes. The procurement includes provisions for payment within 30 days of receipt, delivery, installation, and acceptance of goods, with the County assuming risk only after final inspection and acceptance, excluding latent defects, fraud, and warranty obligations.