Hydraulic Pressure Unit, Subsea and Linear Actuator

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis and solicitation for commercial items, seeking quotations for Hydraulic Powered Units and Linear Actuators. The procurement is a 100% small business set-aside, with NAICS code 333995 and a size standard of 800 employees. The Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division, Newport (NUWCDIVNPT) intends to award a purchase order.

• Two (2) Hydraulic Pressure Units, Subsea

• Two (2) Linear Actuators, Hydraulic Powered

• Delivery is F.O.B. Destination, Naval Station Newport, Rhode Island.

• Shipping charges must be included in the price.

• Best delivery date not to exceed 20 weeks from award.

• Unique Item Identifier (UID) required for items with a unit acquisition cost of $5,000.00 or more.

• The contract will be awarded at the CLIN level.

• The Government reserves the right to make a single award or split awards for CLIN 0001 and 0002.

• Pricing for CLINs 0001 and 0002 shall not be interdependent.

• Evaluation will be based on a Best Value-Trade Off source selection process.

• Evaluation factors include: Technical Approach, Past Performance, and Price.

• Technical Approach requires detailed descriptions of proposed systems, including diagrams, schematics, and safety risk mitigation.

• Past Performance requires at least two examples of similar prior projects within the last five years, with specific details on project scope, similarity, contract information, and point of contact.

• Quotes must clearly demonstrate compliance with specification documents; generic statements are insufficient.

• Quotes are due electronically by Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at 12:00 PM Eastern Standard Time (EST).

• This action is being solicited as a 100% small business set-aside.

• Active registration with the System for Award Management (SAM) is required prior to award.

• Incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through the latest Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC), 2025-06, October 01, 2025.

• Questions regarding this acquisition should be directed to Maria Diaz-Sotomayor at maria.d.diaz-sotomayor.civ@us.navy.mil.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document describes the requirements for a hydraulic actuator intended for use in an undersea "Dump Truck" type system. The actuator will be used to pivot a load from a horizontal position to a 20-degree angle. It must be capable of remaining submerged in seawater for up to 12 months without service and still be fully operational. Additionally, it must be able to hold a load in an extended position for up to 6 months without hydraulic pressure, ideally through a mechanical locking device.

• Operable in a subsea environment up to 500 meters.

• Fully operable after 1 year of submersion in a non-operating condition.

• Capable of actuating loads up to 100,000 lbs at 3000 PSI.

• Capable of holding the load at an extended position without hydraulic pressure, preferably via a mechanical locking device to prevent load creep.

• Stroke length of at least 65 inches.

• Automatically arrest the load in case of hydraulic pressure loss.

• Hydraulic oil supplied at 3000 PSI with a flow rate of 1-2 GPM.

• Piston supplied with a robust bracket for attachment to the dump truck.

• The document does not explicitly state the contract type, period of performance, or estimated value.

• Product and Supplier Evaluation Factors (importance compared to price) include:

  • Longevity in submerged environment
  • Endurance holding load without hydraulic pressure applied
  • Integrated bracket delivered with the piston
  • Actuator designed to minimize initial load cases (e.g., shallow angle off-vertical)
  • Reduced lead time
  • Supplier experience working with the DoD
  • History of excellence and delivering products on schedule

• Not specified in this document.

• Figures are provided to illustrate system characteristics at horizontal and at a 20-degree pivot.

• The government will consider solutions close to desired values for characteristics like maximum load, retracted length, extended length, and maximum stroke, as these may depend on system geometry.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis and solicitation for commercial items, seeking quotations for Hydraulic Powered Units and Linear Actuators. The action is a 100% small business set-aside.

• Two (2) Hydraulic Pressure Units, Subsea

• Two (2) Linear Actuators, Hydraulic Powered

• Delivery is F.O.B. Destination, Naval Station Newport, Rhode Island.

• Offerors must include shipping charges and provide the best delivery date, not to exceed 20 weeks from award.

• Unique Item Identifier (UID) required for items with a unit acquisition cost of $5,000.00 or more.

• The contract type is a purchase order.

• Period of Performance for each CLIN is 20 weeks.

• The Government's method of payment will be electronic via Wide Area Workflow (WAWF).

• Quotes must be submitted electronically via email to maria.d.diaz-sotomayor.civ@us.navy.mil.

• Deadline for quote submission: Thursday, January 22, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern Standard Time (EST).

• Award will be made to the responsible offeror providing the best overall value to the Government, determined by a Best Value-Trade Off source selection process.

• Evaluation factors: Technical Approach, Past Performance, and Price.

• Technical Approach requires detailed descriptions of proposed solutions, including system details, diagrams, calculations, and safety risk mitigation.

• Past Performance requires at least two examples of similar projects performed in the last five years, with specific details about each project.

• This action is a 100% small business set-aside.

• NAICS code: 333995

• Small Business Size Standard: 800 employees.

• Active registration with the System for Award Management (SAM) is required prior to award.

• The solicitation will be posted for less than fifteen (15) days.

• A written solicitation will not be issued.

• The Government reserves the right to make a single award or two separate awards for the CLINs.

• Pricing for CLINs 0001 and 0002 shall not be interdependent.

• Incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through the latest Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC), 2025-06, October 01, 2025.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis and solicitation for commercial items, seeking quotations for Hydraulic Powered Units and Linear Actuators. The acquisition is a 100% small business set-aside.

• Two (2) Hydraulic Pressure Units, Subsea, with a 20-week period of performance.

• Two (2) Linear Actuators, Hydraulic Powered, with a 20-week period of performance.

• Delivery is F.O.B. Destination, Naval Station Newport, Rhode Island.

• Offerors must include shipping charges and best delivery date (not to exceed 20 weeks from award).

• Unique Item Identifier (UID) required for items with a unit acquisition cost of $5,000.00 or more.

• Purchase order for commercial items.

• Payment via Wide Area Workflow (WAWF).

• The Government reserves the right to make a single award or split awards for the CLINs.

• Evaluation will be based on a Best Value-Trade Off source selection process.

• Evaluation factors: Technical Approach, Past Performance, and Price.

• Technical Approach requires a detailed proposal meeting specification documents, including system details, diagrams, and safety risk mitigation.

• Past Performance requires at least two examples of similar projects performed in the last five years, with specific details on contract number, organization, value, and point of contact.

• Quotes must be submitted electronically via email to maria.d.diaz-sotomayor.civ@us.navy.mil.

• Deadline for quotes: Thursday, January 22, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern Standard Time (EST).

• 100% small business set-aside.

• NAICS code: 333995.

• Small Business Size Standard: 800 employees.

• Active registration with the System for Award Management (SAM) is required prior to award.

• This solicitation will be posted for less than fifteen (15) days.

• Incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through the most current Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC), 2025-06, October 01, 2025.

• Questions regarding this acquisition should be directed to Maria Diaz-Sotomayor at maria.d.diaz-sotomayor.civ@us.navy.mil.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document describes the product requirements for a hydraulic actuator intended for use in an undersea "Dump Truck" type system. It outlines the functional and performance specifications for the actuator, as well as evaluation factors for suppliers.

• Product Functionality: Pivot a load from horizontal to a 20-degree angle.
• Environmental Conditions: Operable in a subsea environment up to 500 meters, and fully operational after 1 year of non-operating submersion.
• Load Capacity: Capable of actuating loads up to 100,000 lbs at 3000 PSI.
• Holding Capability: Must hold loads at an extended position without hydraulic pressure for up to 6 months.
• Stroke Length: Minimum of 65 inches.
• Safety Feature: Automatically arrest load in case of hydraulic pressure loss.
• Hydraulic Supply: 3000 PSI, 1-2 GPM.
• Included Component: Piston supplied with a robust bracket for bolting to the dump truck.
• Initial Position: Angle not more than 45 degrees from vertical.

This document details the specific technical requirements and performance expectations for the actuator. Bidders must ensure their proposed product meets these specifications. The document also highlights key evaluation factors beyond price, including longevity in submerged environments and endurance in holding loads without hydraulic pressure, which bidders should address in their proposals.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document describes the government's requirement for a Subsea Hydraulic Pressure Unit (SHPU) designed to power a high-capacity subsea linear actuator. The SHPU must be capable of remaining submerged in seawater for up to 12 months without service and still be fully operational. It needs to provide 64 gallons of fluid at 3000 PSI for actuator extension, which may remain locked for up to 6 months. Following this, the SHPU must retract the actuators in a controlled manner.

• Operable in a subsea environment up to 500 meters.

• Fully operable after 1 year of submersion in non-operating condition.

• Capable of delivering hydraulic oil at 3000 PSI with a minimum flow rate of 1.5 Gallons per Minute (GPM).

• Powerable from a 330-540VDC or 180-288VDC battery, with desired power draw less than 3kW. A 3-phase AC motor with integrated DC-AC conversion is acceptable.

• Standard control interface (ethernet or CANBus preferred).

• Operable in water temperatures of 25F to 86F.

• Standard built-in-test capability prior to operation and observability of performance during operation.

• Not specified in this document.

• The government will consider solutions close to desired values and will trade-off solutions based on evaluation factors.

• Evaluation factors (compared to price) include: Longevity in submerged environment, operability off of DC bus, integrated hydraulic compensator, integrated control components (filters, directional valves, etc.), reduced lead time, and history of excellent performance and on-schedule delivery.

• Not specified in this document.

• Performance characteristics like output pressure and flow rate may depend on system power requirements, which are still to be determined.