Sole Source to University of South Florida for Development and Delivery of Raman Spectrometer for Water Contaminants per attachments

Background
The contract is a sole source procurement to the University of South Florida for the development and delivery of a Raman Spectrometer aimed at detecting water contaminants.
This initiative aligns with NAVSEA's mission to ensure the safety and security of naval operations by addressing environmental concerns related to water quality.

Work Details
The contractor will be responsible for the following tasks:
1. Development of a Raman Spectrometer tailored for detecting water contaminants.
2. Delivery of the completed spectrometer to the designated location as specified by NAVSEA.
3. Management of official contract files, including ensuring that all sensitive information is protected and not disclosed during the execution of this contract.
The contractor must also comply with all specifications and requirements outlined in the contract, including maintaining confidentiality regarding proprietary information.

Period of Performance
The period of performance for this contract will be defined in accordance with the project timeline established by NAVSEA, which typically spans several months to years depending on project complexity.

Place of Performance
Panama City Beach FL 32407 UNITED STATES

Bidder Requirements
Bidders must provide a capabilities statement, proof of past performance for similar work, and a cage code.
Additionally, contractors must ensure that their employees are instructed on the sensitivity of official contract files and comply with non-disclosure requirements regarding protected information.