# Underwater ROV - Hull Inspection and Debris Removal

Canonical: https://abierto.us/opportunities/140802250652

- Solicitation number: 140802-25-0652
- Notice type: Sources sought
- Status: Closed. Deadline was August 4, 2025 at 9:00 AM EDT
- Department: Department of Commerce
- Agency: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
- Contracting office: Department of Commerce NOAA (1333MK)
- NAICS: 334310 Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing
- Product or service code: 1550 Drones
- Set-aside: Total small business set-aside
- Place of performance: Newport, Oregon
- County: Lincoln County (FIPS 41041). https://abierto.us/counties/lincoln-county-or-41041
- City: Newport. https://abierto.us/cities/newport-or-4152450
- First posted: July 24, 2025
- Last posted: July 24, 2025
- SAM.gov: https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/8884c62027f246f8b90cdc94e5aa941b/view

## Description

This is a sources sought notice to identify Made in America approved underwater ROV. The ROV must meet Government safety, data and cybersecurity requirements. NOAA Ship Oscar Dyson requires an ROV for underwater hull and prop inspection and possibly removal of debris. The range of the camera and optional attachments like full function grabber arms will be very useful. The ROV must be able to withstand currents in open ocean to allow the ship for quick deployment and easy controls.

ROV General Specifications Width - around 14 inches Height around 12 inches Length around 22 inches Weight - No more than 45 lbs Material - must be able to operate in high salt water locations and freezing temperatures in the Alaskan waters.

Depth Ratings - 1000 ft or more Operating Temp - possible water temps in freezing temperatures to extremely warm temperatures Warranty- 1-2 year Tether Length - 1000ft ROV Electrical / Lights / Camera System Voltage - around 19.2 VDC Thruster Control - Independent Control, 100% reversible Video - 4k Camera or better Picture - Minimum JPG 8MP or better Lights - High efficiency LED with dim; lumens brightness which will not blind the camera, and tracking with camera feature preferred.

Training - Available for crew training Offers must provide a specification sheet and data sheet for evaluation. If performance data is available, please provide with submission. (i.e. video showing operations in open ocean with high surf or strong current.

**QUANTITY NEEDED:** 1

## Publications

- July 24, 2025: Sources sought, due August 4, 2025 at 9:00 AM EDT. Notice 8884c62027f246f8b90cdc94e5aa941b. https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/8884c62027f246f8b90cdc94e5aa941b/view

## Points of contact

- Chris Baker, christopher.baker@noaa.gov

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