Notice of Award

The Washington Headquarters Services (WHS) awarded a firm‑fixed‑price, limited‑source contract to Norbit US, LTD for a complete WINGHEAD X Elite multibeam sonar system, associated accessories, and a two‑day training package. The system will provide high‑resolution sub‑centimeter bathymetric data to support underwater survey, search, and recovery missions for the Defense Prisoner of War/Missing in Action Accounting Agency (DPAA). The award value is $350,000 and the procurement was justified on the basis that Norbit is the sole domestic distributor of the proprietary technology, with no viable alternative sources identified after market research. • Primary item: WINGHEAD X Elite multibeam sonar (ELITE‑WHX26003) plus add‑ons and training. • Procurement method: Sole‑source, brand‑name justification under RFO Part 12 (Limited Source). • Funding: $350,000 Firm‑Fixed‑Price covering purchase, shipment, and training.