Ocean Explorer (OEX) Large Underwater Vehicle Demonstrator
SAM.GOV Due: January 2, 2026 at 09:30 PM UTC
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Summary

The Ocean Explorer (OEX) Large Underwater Vehicle Demonstrator opportunity is a solicitation issued by the Office of Naval Research (ONR) aimed at developing an ultra-large autonomous undersea vehicle capable of conducting extensive ocean-scale missions. This initiative seeks contractors with expertise in the design, build, and testing of advanced underwater vehicles, particularly those who can innovate in rapid prototype design and fabrication. The project will involve a Preliminary Design phase to establish the technical feasibility of the vehicle and its operational infrastructure, followed by a Detailed Design option. Interested businesses should have a strong background in marine technology, autonomous systems, and the ability to handle large-scale projects, as well as a commitment to advancing the state of the art in uncrewed undersea vessels.
Description

Amendment 004 - Posted 26 September 2025 (Please see updated attachment)

Amendment 003 - Posted 20 Aug 2025 (Please see updated attachment)

Amendment 002 - Posted 24 Jul 2025 (Please see updated attachments)


Entities
DOD
Department of Defense
DOTN
Department of the Navy
NAICS
541715
Set Aside
None
Place of Performance
Arlington , Virginia 22203
Point of Contact
Full Name Email Phone Type
Hemenway, Leila [email protected] 7036960694 primary
Attachments
  • N0001425SBC04.pdf
  • Q_A.pdf
  • Attachment+1.pdf
  • N0001425SBC04_Amendment+001.pdf
  • Attachment+1+Rev1.pdf
  • Attachment+3.+OEX+Memo.pdf
  • N0001425SBC04_Amendment_002.pdf
  • N0001425SBC04_Amendment003.pdf
  • N0001425SB04_Amendment+004.pdf