Submersible Data Recorder Supply

The contract seeks the supply of a ruggedized, autonomous data recorder designed for seamless integration with 3D sonar systems to enable long-duration underwater data collection. The device must support high-bandwidth data storage under extreme marine conditions, ensuring reliable operation during extended missions without human intervention. It is expected to meet stringent durability standards for pressure resistance, corrosion protection, and power efficiency while maintaining data integrity and security throughout the collection and storage process. This is a total small business set-aside under SBA guidelines, exclusively reserved for small businesses as defined by the NAICS code 334511, which pertains to communications equipment manufacturing. The solicitation was posted on July 28, 2026, with a response deadline of August 4, 2026, at 5:00 PM. The contracting entity is the Office of Acquisition and Grants – National under the Department of the Interior, though specific performance location and point of contact details are not provided. The procurement is structured as a subcontract, indicating that the selected vendor will support a larger program or system integration effort focused on underwater sensing and data acquisition.