Bid guide
How to bid on a Multibeam/Portable Workstation for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
What the agency is buying
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, St. Paul District, is seeking a portable, high-resolution multibeam echo sounder system. This equipment is used for hydrographic survey operations. The purchase is for a brand name or equal item, with the Norbit iWBMS Xh-class system specified as the reference standard.
This is a firm, fixed-price contract. Vendors should be interested in providing specialized nautical system and instrument manufacturing equipment.
Key dates and deadlines
The solicitation was published on August 05, 2026. All responses are due by August 24, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET. It is important to submit your quote before this deadline.
The government is not responsible for any loss of internet connectivity or inability to access documents posted on the Contract Opportunities website. Vendors are responsible for checking the website for any updates to the solicitation.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is a total small business set-aside. The relevant NAICS code is 334511, Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing, with a size standard of 1,350 employees.
Firms specializing in manufacturing or supplying advanced nautical survey equipment, particularly multibeam echo sounder systems, are well-suited for this bid. An active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) is required before any award can be made.
How to respond
To access the solicitation, click on the 'View original source' link. If the first click takes you to the portal's homepage, click the link again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view all documents, though this is not always necessary.
No CDs or hard copies of the solicitation will be available. All necessary information and updates will be posted on the Contract Opportunities website. There is no plan holder list for this project, but an interested vendors list is available on the solicitation posting, which requires a SAM account to view.
Tips for a competitive response
Carefully review the specifications for the Norbit iWBMS Xh-class system to ensure your proposed 'or equal' product meets or exceeds all stated performance and operational capabilities. Provide clear documentation demonstrating how your offering compares to the reference standard.
Ensure your SAM registration is active and that the Representations and Certifications sections (FAR and DFARS) are completed. This is a mandatory requirement for award. Double-check all submission requirements and deadlines to avoid disqualification. Organize your response clearly, addressing each requirement of the Request for Quote (RFQ) directly.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
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