AEODRS Inc. 2 and 3

The Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technology Division seeks a Prime System Integrator to develop, integrate, test, and deliver the Advanced Explosive Ordnance Disposal Robotic System (AEODRS) Increments 2 and 3. The contract emphasizes a Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) to maximize flexibility and innovation. Increment 2 involves a medium-sized robot weighing about 164 pounds that uses a tactical operations platform, while Increment 3 involves a larger robot weighing approximately 750 pounds using a base infrastructure operations platform. The requirement is competitive, aligned under NAICS code 334511 and FSC code 1385, and will be competitively solicited through a hybrid Request for Proposal (RFP) combining cost-plus-incentive-fee, cost-plus-fixed-fee, and firm-fixed-price contract types. A 30% mandatory subcontracting goal is incorporated to promote diverse participation. The anticipated contract is a single, indefinite delivery indefinite quantity (IDIQ) award with a period of performance spanning seven years. It is planned to be posted in the third quarter of fiscal year 2016 on FBO.gov, although the draft RFP is not currently available. Interested parties are invited to submit their company name and contact information to the designated point of contact to receive notification upon release of the solicitation. This acquisition supports the Department of Defense’s efforts to enhance Explosive Ordnance Disposal capabilities through advanced robotic platforms while encouraging competition and innovation within the defense industrial base.