Quadruped Robots for Industrial inspection of the NIH Central Utility Plant (CUP)
Key Dates
Due Date
-
Posted Date
-
Agency & Value
Agency
NIH A E CONSTRUCTION
Contract Value
Not provided
Codes & Classification
Solicitation Number
2025-NIH-0RF-DTR-ROBOT
NAICS
333998 - All Other Miscellaneous General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing
Classification Code
5999
Additional Details
The National Institutes of Health (NIH), through its A E Construction Office, has issued a combined synopsis/solicitation (Solicitation No. 75N99025Q00017) for the procurement of quadruped robots to support industrial inspection activities at the NIH Central Utility Plant (CUP) located in Bethesda, Maryland. This requirement seeks to enhance the CUP’s operational surveillance and data acquisition capabilities by leveraging advanced robotics and associated technologies.
**Purpose and Scope**
The primary objective of this procurement is to acquire a turnkey solution comprising two (2) quadruped industrial inspection robots, complete with sensing equipment, command and control/data acquisition software, training, and ongoing support. The robots will be deployed to provide continuous surveillance of the CUP, generate machine learning data, and facilitate comprehensive plant monitoring. The solution must be fully integrated and ready for immediate operational use upon installation.
**Key Requirements and Deliverables**
Offerors are expected to deliver:
- Two quadruped robots designed for industrial inspection tasks.
- All necessary sensing equipment to enable robust data collection and environmental monitoring.
- Command and control/data acquisition software for real-time operation and data management.
- Initial and ongoing training for NIH personnel to ensure effective use and maintenance of the system.
- Future support services, including maintenance, software licensing, engineering, and repair.
- Extended warranty options for up to four additional years, each to be priced as a separate optional line item.
The procurement is structured as a firm fixed price contract, with a one-year base period (September 29, 2025 – September 28, 2026) and four one-year option periods for extended warranties, potentially extending the contract through September 28, 2030.
**Contracting Entity and Location**
The contracting entity is NIH A E Construction, a federal office responsible for facility-related acquisitions. The place of performance is the NIH Headquarters in Bethesda, Maryland (MD), United States.
**Classification Codes and Business Considerations**
- NAICS Code: 333998 – All Other Miscellaneous General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing (2022 version), with a small business size standard of 700 employees.
- Product Service Code: 5999.
- This acquisition is not set aside for small businesses; all qualified vendors may submit proposals.
**Proposal Submission and Evaluation**
Interested contractors must submit their proposals electronically to Kala Shankar, Contracting Officer ([email protected], 301-402-0878), by 4 PM EST on September 10, 2025. Proposals must include:
- A technical proposal addressing all evaluation factors (see Attachment #5 – Evaluation Criteria).
- A completed price template (Attachment #6) in Excel format, submitted as a separate attachment.
- Company information: full name and address, Unique Entity ID (UEI), CAGE Code, Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN), and contact details for the authorized representative.
- Completed and signed Offeror Representations and Certifications (Attachment #3).
- Evidence of active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) at the time of submission.
Proposals will be evaluated based on pass/fail criteria and other factors outlined in the solicitation and Statement of Work (Attachment #1). Only proposals that meet all pass/fail requirements will proceed to further evaluation.
**Applicable Regulations and Clauses**
The solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses from the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and the Department of Health and Human Services Acquisition Regulation (HHSAR), including but not limited to:
- FAR 52.212-2 (Evaluation – Commercial Items)
- FAR 52.212-3 (Offeror Representations and Certifications)
- FAR 52.212-4 and 52.212-5 (Contract Terms and Conditions)
- HHSAR 352.239-73/74 (Electronic and Information Technology Accessibility)
- HHSAR 352.224-70/7 (Privacy and Confidential Information)
- HHSAR 352.227-70 (Publications and Publicity)
Full texts of referenced clauses are available at https://www.acquisition.gov/browse/index/far.
**Special Considerations**
- The solicitation is for commercial items and is conducted under FAR Part 13 (Simplified Acquisition Procedures) and FAR Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Items).
- The Government reserves the right to make one award, multiple awards, or no award.
- All communications and questions regarding the solicitation must be directed to the Contracting Officer by 3:00 PM EST on September 5, 2025.
**Summary for Contractors**
This opportunity is well-suited for vendors with expertise in advanced robotics, industrial inspection technologies, and turnkey system integration. The requirement emphasizes reliability, ongoing support, and the ability to deliver a comprehensive solution that meets NIH’s operational and data acquisition needs. Contractors should ensure their proposals are complete, responsive to all stated requirements, and submitted by the specified deadline. Active SAM registration and compliance with all applicable federal regulations are mandatory for consideration.
For further details, including the full Statement of Work and evaluation criteria, refer to the solicitation attachments and the official notice at https://sam.gov/opp/69cbaeec776a4e609c299d5f782d1ec9/view.
Documents7