This is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a contractor-provided vessel and crew to support offshore scientific operations for the U. S. Geological Survey (USGS). The services include the deployment and retrieval of a wave glider and associated equipment offshore of Humboldt Bay, California. The performance period is from July 1, 2026, to November 30, 2026, with specific mission windows in August and September 2026. Quotes must be firm, fixed-price and demonstrate compliance with the attached Statement of Work. Key requirements include vessel specifications (length, deck space, equipment), crew qualifications, meal provisions, and mobilization/demobilization in Eureka, California. The acquisition is conducted under FAR Part 12 and 13. Questions and answers are to be submitted in writing via email by April 7, 2026. Quotes must remain valid for at least 30 calendar days after the RFQ closing date. The award will be made on an all-or-none basis.
The delivery by date is not explicitly stated as a single deadline for the entire RFQ, but the period of performance for the contract is from 07/01/2026 to 11/30/2026, with anticipated performance windows for deployment in August 2026 and retrieval in September 2026. The RFQ states deliver by date as 04/14/2026 **** PD.
The bid notice states that payment requests must be submitted electronically through the U. S. Department of the Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) system. Payment for services will be made on a CLIN-by-CLIN basis for services performed and accepted, with specific methods outlined for vessel lease, mobilization/demobilization, weather days, and fuel reimbursement.
The government will award a contract resulting from this solicitation to the responsible offeror whose offer conforming to the solicitation will be most advantageous to the government, price and other factors considered. The evaluation factors include technical approach/capability, past performance, and price.
The vessel shall be fully licensed by the U. S. Coast Guard and meet all safety and seaworthiness requirements. The vessel captain must have at least four years of experience as a vessel master in the Pacific. The offeror shall provide a technical description of the proposed vessel, including specifications demonstrating compliance with SOW requirements, and provide UEI with quote submission.
The question and answer period regarding this solicitation shall be between 03/31/2026 and 04/07/2026.