REMUS 300 Training
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSUP.NAVSUP GLOBAL LOGISTICS SUPPORT.NAVSUP FLC NORFOLK.NAVSUP FLT LOG CTR NORFOLK · Response deadline: Fri, 30 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The Navy is seeking training services for the REMUS 300, a man-portable autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) used for mine countermeasures, hydrographic surveys, and underwater search and inspection. The REMUS 300, manufactured by HII's Mission Technologies division, represents a newer generation in the REMUS family of unmanned underwater systems. This training would prepare Navy personnel to operate and maintain this platform effectively.
The requirement falls under engineering services (NAICS 541330), which covers activities like systems engineering, training program development, and technical instruction for complex military equipment. The "Combined Synopsis/Solicitation" format means the government has streamlined the process—this single notice serves as both the announcement and the solicitation document that interested vendors can respond to directly.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Navy, NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Norfolk |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | N0018927QL002 |
| NAICS | 541330 — Engineering Services |
| Set-aside | No Set Aside Used |
| Response deadline | October 30, 2026, 11:00 AM EDT |
| Place of performance | Mississippi (MS) |
Who can bid
This opportunity is open to all businesses regardless of size. With "No Set Aside Used," there is no restriction to small businesses, 8(a) firms, HUBZone companies, service-disabled veteran-owned businesses, or women-owned small businesses. Large businesses, mid-tier firms, and small businesses may all compete.
That said, NAICS 541330 carries a size standard of $25.5 million in average annual receipts for the past three years. A small business under this code must fall below that threshold. Even though the procurement is unrestricted, small businesses meeting this standard can still compete directly against larger firms.
Vendors should have demonstrable experience in military training systems, underwater vehicle operations, or navalone technologies. Past performance with Navy customers or similar DoD platforms would strengthen a proposal. Companies without clearance capabilities may still bid but should verify whether personnel will need access to classified materials—see the solicitation for security requirements.
How to put together a competitive bid
Given the unrestricted, simplified nature of this Combined Synopsis/Solicitation, speed and precision matter. The ten-day response window from posting to deadline suggests the government expects streamlined proposals.
Technical approach: Detail your instructional methodology for AUV operator training. The REMUS 300 requires proficiency in mission planning, vehicle deployment, acoustic and navigation systems, data retrieval, and maintenance protocols. Specify whether you offer classroom, hands-on, and at-sea components. If you have existing curricula for REMUS 100 or 600 systems, explain adaptation paths.
Personnel qualifications: Identify instructors with relevant Navy or commercial diving/AUV backgrounds. Credentialing from manufacturer training programs or equivalent underwater systems experience should be highlighted.
Past performance: Reference contracts for similar underwater systems training, preferably with DoD or maritime agencies. Include contactable references and performance metrics where available.
Pricing strategy: As an unrestricted competition, expect price pressure from larger firms with established overhead structures. Small businesses should emphasize efficiency and direct customer access as value differentiators. See the solicitation for any specific pricing instructions or contract type (likely firm-fixed-price given the training nature).
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number N0018927QL002. The Combined Synopsis/Solicitation document contains the specific statement of work, deliverables, evaluation criteria, and submission instructions. Note the firm deadline of October 30, 2026, at 11:00 AM Eastern Time—late submissions will not be accepted. Questions or amendments, if any, would also appear on SAM.gov; monitor the posting daily given the compressed timeline.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →