N0017326Q5311 - CHARTER BOAT SUPPORT
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
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Quick Summary
The Department of the Navy's Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) is seeking charter boat support services for deploying and recovering oceanographic instruments near the Bahamas. This is a Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) contract awarded under a Full and Open competitive announcement. Proposals will be evaluated using the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) method. Quotes are due by April 3, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide charter boat services to support the deployment and recovery of oceanographic instruments, including Iver 3 underwater vehicles, drifters, underwater targets, and associated scientific equipment. The vessel must be capable of operating for a minimum of 18 operational days (plus 4 weather/rest days) between May 15, 2026, and June 5, 2026. Daily operations will involve approximately 12 hours on-water, departing and returning from Nassau or Autec, Bahamas. The boat must safely carry specified equipment and operate within a 2-3 hour one-way transit range from Nassau. Desirable features include Starlink, VHF/UHF communication systems, and a motorized swim platform.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP)
- Period of Performance: Minimum 22 days (18 operational + 4 weather/rest) between May 15, 2026, and June 5, 2026
- Set-Aside: Full and Open Competition
- NAICS Code: 483112 (Passenger Marine Charter Service)
- PSC Code: V224 (Passenger Marine Charter Service)
Submission & Evaluation
Offerors must submit one copy of their technical and price quote via email. Submissions must include the company's DUNS Number and CAGE Code, and reference solicitation number N0017326Q5311. Evaluation will be based on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) methodology, where offers are ranked by price, and the lowest-priced technically acceptable offer(s) will be considered for award.
Key Dates & Contact
- Quotes Due: April 3, 2026, 12:00 PM ET
- Published Date: March 26, 2026
- Primary Contact: Kayrelly Aguirre-Arroba (kayrelly.aguirre-arroba2.civ@us.navy.mil)