AUTONOMOUS SURFACE VEHICLE (USV)

The State of Maryland is seeking to acquire one Unmanned Surface Vehicle (USV) and associated components at a firm fixed price. The USV must be configured with a Global Positioning System (GPS) to enable accurate geospatial data collection of bathymetric data and side scan data. The contractor will be responsible for delivering the USV and all associated equipment to the Maryland Geological Survey. The contract will be awarded to the responsible bidder submitting a responsive bid with the most favorable bid price. • The USV must be a monohull vessel not longer than two meters and wider than one meter. • The USV must have the option to operate via autonomous navigation or via remote control with a long-range module. • The USV must contain an industrial operating system and Wi-Fi communications and bridge kit. • The USV must include a forward-looking camera and battery charger. • The USV must operate efficiently in one to six feet of water and up to at least 100 feet of water in enclosed water basins.