University of Washington Workday #26-0120

University of Washington Solicits Custom Subsurface Buoys for APL-UW Research

The University of Washington's Applied Physics Laboratory (APL-UW) is seeking qualified suppliers to provide custom-engineered subsurface buoys for research projects. - Government Buyer: - University of Washington Procurement Services, on behalf of APL-UW - Products Requested: - 2 Upper Subsurface Buoys (Part Number: STAFAC2-31-121 Rev A) - 2 Main Mooring Buoys (Part Number: STAFAC2-32-301 Rev A) - 2 Umbilical Buoys (Part Number: STAFAC2-34-410 Rev A) - Technical and Quality Requirements: - All buoys must meet rigorous technical specifications, including: - Durability in extreme temperatures and storage conditions - Hydrostatic pressure testing - Compliance with AWS D1.1 welding standards and ASME BTH-1 for pad eyes - Corrosion protection via hot-dip galvanizing and zinc anodes - Minimum diameter of 2.1 meters for the umbilical buoy - 20-year service life - Vendors must provide comprehensive documentation: - Certificates of conformance - As-built drawings - Galvanizing and test reports - Welder qualifications - QA reports and traceability matrix - Delivery and Performance: - Delivery required DAP to 5000 S Washington Ave, Titusville, FL - Delivery window: 6 ± 1 months after receipt of order - Proposals must remain valid for at least 180 days after closing - Payment terms: Net 30, with possible progress payments - Notable Requirements: - Open to all qualified suppliers; no specific OEMs named - Emphasis on compliance with federal contract terms and encouragement of minority and small business participation

Description

This Request for Quote and Qualifications (RFQQ) is issued by University of Washington Procurement Services on behalf of APL-UW to identify a qualified firm capable of providing subsurface buoys in accordance with the provided drawings, requirements, and terms and conditions stated herein. The solicitation is open to firms available to provide services in Washington State. Proposals must be submitted in PDF or Word format via the University's Workday Strategic Sourcing website by February 11, 2026, on or before 4pm PDT. The University seeks firms that can meet technical, administrative, and delivery requirements as detailed in the solicitation documents.

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