19--Hydrographic Survey Vessel for Oman

The contract pertains to a pre-solicitation notice for a Request for Proposal (RFP) identified as N00024-08-R-2210, concerning the procurement of a hydrographic survey vessel for Oman. Originally anticipated for release in March or April 2008, the RFP has been delayed and is now expected to be released within the next three months. The program remains active and the release of the solicitation is pending the finalization of the requirements definition. The timing provided is an estimate and may be subject to further change, with interested parties advised to monitor official sources for updates. This procurement is designated as a HUBZone Set Aside, suggesting a focus on promoting small business participation from historically underutilized business zones. The relevant NAICS code for this contract is 336612, which corresponds to boat and ship building. Details such as agency information, point of contact, and specific location of performance have not been disclosed. The solicitation aims to support Oman’s hydrographic survey capabilities by acquiring a specialized vessel suited to their operational needs.