What types of agencies buy Ocean Exploration services?

Federal agencies across all departments procure Ocean Exploration services, including the Department of Defense, Department of Veterans Affairs, General Services Administration, and civilian agencies. State and local governments also issue Ocean Exploration contracts through their own procurement portals.

How do I find Ocean Exploration contracts with SamSearch?

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Are there set-aside contracts for small businesses in Ocean Exploration?

Yes. Many Ocean Exploration contracts are set aside for small businesses, including 8(a), WOSB, SDVOSB, and HUBZone firms. Use SamSearch's set-aside filters to find contracts your business qualifies for.

How competitive are Ocean Exploration government contracts?

Competition varies by contract size and type. Large IDIQ vehicles in Ocean Exploration can attract dozens of bidders, while small open-market solicitations may have only a few. Monitoring active solicitations and building agency relationships early improves win rates.

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Ocean Exploration Government Contracts

6 government contract opportunities classified as Ocean Exploration. Updated daily.

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5 federal contract opportunities classified as Ocean Exploration.

DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE

DEEP WATER AUV FOR OCEAN EXPLORATION MISSION

Archived

AI Summary

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is seeking information on commercially available Deep Water Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) for ocean exploration. This Request for Information (RFI) aims to gather insights for market analysis and planning. Interested parties should submit their qualific…

Posted Mar 26, 2026Due Apr 17, 2026Sources SoughtSol: ACQ-NC0110-26-0021

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

Ocean Explorer (OEX) Large Underwater Vehicle Demonstrator

Archived

AI Summary

The Office of Naval Research is seeking proposals for the design, build, and testing of the Ocean Explorer, an ultra-large autonomous undersea vehicle. This opportunity involves a Preliminary Design phase to assess technical feasibility and operational infrastructure for a potential OEX squadron. Interested parties sho…

Posted Jan 30, 2026Due Jan 30, 2026SolicitationNAICS 541715Sol: N0001425SBC04

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

OCEAN EXPLORER (OEX) LARGE UNDERWATER VEHICLE DEMONSTRATOR

Archived

AI Summary

The Department of the Navy is seeking proposals for the design, build, and testing of an ultra-large autonomous underwater vehicle, OEX. This opportunity involves a Preliminary Design phase to assess technical feasibility and operational infrastructure for extended ocean missions. Interested parties should submit white…

Posted Dec 22, 2025Due Jan 30, 2026SolicitationNAICS 541715Sol: N0001425SBC04

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

OCEAN EXPLORER (OEX) LARGE UNDERWATER VEHICLE DEMONSTRATOR

Archived

AI Summary

The Office of Naval Research is seeking proposals for the design, build, and testing of an ultra-large autonomous undersea vehicle, OEX. This opportunity includes a Preliminary Design phase to assess technical feasibility and operational infrastructure for a potential OEX squadron. Interested parties should submit whit…

Posted Sep 26, 2025Due Jan 2, 2026SolicitationNAICS 541715Sol: N0001425SBC04

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DEPT OF DEFENSE