Underwater Mine Neutralization Tools
Overview
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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 Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division (NSWC IHD) is soliciting quotes for Underwater Mine Neutralization Tools, specifically brand-name sub-components for the Viper Mine Disposal System (MDS). This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside with a Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) purchase order anticipated, not to exceed $350,000. Quotes are due by April 14, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
NSWC IHD intends to procure specific brand-name sub-components manufactured by ECS Special Projects Ltd. for the Viper Mine Disposal System. The required items include:
- NAU only Part No. SK1280: 20 units. These are negatively buoyant and require DoD unique identification.
- Viper Mine Disposal System NAU Breach Consumable Part No. SK1281: 25 units, including 1x Nail Attachment Unit (NAU) barrel and nail section. These also require DoD unique identification. All items are to be delivered to Indian Head, MD.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ N0017426Q1044)
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) Purchase Order
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 335999 (Electrical Equipment Manufacturing), Size Standard: 600 employees
- Delivery: No later than 60 days from award, with exceptions for longer lead times not exceeding 10 weeks. Delivery is FOB Destination.
- Payment: Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) is required. PCARD is not an acceptable method of payment.
- Unique Item Identification: DFARS 252.211-7003 is applicable, requiring DoD unique identification for specified items.
- Cybersecurity: CMMC Level Requirements are noted in Section L of the solicitation.
Evaluation Factors
Award will be made on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis, considering price and other factors. The evaluation factors, in order of importance, are:
- Technical: Quotes must reflect the required specifications included in the RFQ.
- Price: Quotes must include all applicable costs and not exceed $350,000.00. The Government intends to award without discussions but reserves the right to conduct them if necessary.
Submission Requirements & Deadlines
- Questions Due: April 12, 2026, 9:00 AM EST. Responses will be provided by COB April 12, 2026.
- Quotes Due: April 14, 2026, 12:00 PM EST.
- Submission Method: Email quotes to kim.t.hagens.civ@us.navy.mil.
- Quote Content: Must include a valid Cage Code. Vendors are responsible for identifying and including all shipping costs. If possessing a GSA contract, note the contract number in the response.