Notice of Intent To Sole Source Award to SeaSatellites, Inc.
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
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.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Navy, Naval Information Warfare Center (NIWC) Pacific has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source a Firm-Fixed-Price purchase order to SeaSatellites, Inc. for their Lightfish autonomous surface vehicle (ASV) package. While the Government intends to negotiate solely with SeaSatellites, Inc., all responsible sources are invited to submit a bid, proposal, or quotation for consideration. Responses are due by June 5, 2026, at 11 AM PST.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the SeaSatellites Lightfish autonomous surface vehicle (ASV) package. Specific part numbers and detailed specifications are available in the included "Intent to Sole Source attachment" (not provided in this summary).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm-Fixed-Price purchase order (Intent to Sole Source)
- Authority: 41 U.S.C. 1901 as implemented by FAR 12.102
- NAICS Code: 336612 – Boat Building (Size Standard: 1000 Employees)
- Set-Aside: None specified (Intent to Sole Source)
- Response Due: June 5, 2026, 11 AM PST
- Published: May 28, 2026
Evaluation
The Government intends to award noncompetitively to SeaSatellites, Inc. However, responses from other responsible sources will be considered to determine if a competitive procurement is feasible. The decision to not compete this requirement, based on responses, is solely at the Government's discretion. A Request for Quote (RFQ) can be made available upon request.
Additional Notes
Capability statements, comments, questions, or concerns must be submitted via email ONLY to dane.j.black.civ@us.navy.mil. All responding vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) with a complete UEID and CAGE Code.