Underwater ROV

The City of Spokane Water Department issued RFQ 6248‑24 to acquire a single underwater Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) for inspection and data‑collection tasks at the Upriver Dam. Three vendors submitted bids; Blue Skies Drones was awarded the contract. The ROV must meet a minimum depth rating of 175 m, operate for at least 2 hours, include a 6‑tool payload, high‑resolution imaging, a 4 mm‑diameter tether of ≥175 m, and provide a 2‑year “bumper‑to‑bumper” warranty. The award includes delivery, commissioning, and two hours of on‑site training, with a required 7‑day notice prior to delivery. • Scope: purchase, delivery, commissioning, and initial training for a fully‑featured underwater ROV. • Technical specs: 175 m depth, ≥3 knots speed, 120° camera FOV, 10 k lumens lighting, 2‑hour battery life, 6‑tool capacity. • Procurement: open RFQ, single‑vendor award, award value approx. $17‑$19 k (including 9 % sales tax).