PSC Category 6655 encompasses geophysical instruments, which are specialized scientific equipment designed for measuring and analyzing physical properties of the Earth's surface, subsurface, and environmental conditions. These instruments are critical for research, monitoring, and data collection across geological, hydrological, and environmental sciences. The products typically include advanced sensor systems, measurement devices, and data acquisition technologies that enable precise scientific observations and measurements. Federal Contract Awards under this PSC category demonstrate a consistent pattern of procurement by agencies such as the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), and Department of Defense entities. Award values range from approximately $10,000 to over $900,000, with contract durations typically spanning several months to a year. Frequent contractors include Nanometrics Inc., Lockheed Martin Sippican, and Nortekusa Inc., with most awards being unrestricted competitive procurements. The awards predominantly cover seismic equipment, bathythermographs, current profiling systems, acoustic Doppler instruments, and specialized measurement sensors. Delivery locations are primarily within the United States, with some international delivery points. Recent Federal Contract Opportunities within this PSC category focus on highly specialized geophysical instrumentation for scientific research and environmental monitoring. The U.S. Geological Survey has issued solicitations for specific equipment such as an Automatic D/I Digital Station, a Five-Beam Current Profiling System, a Ground Penetrating Radar, and a Laser Induced Breakdown Spectrometer (LIBS) system upgrade. These opportunities are predominantly set aside for small businesses, with technical requirements specifying precise measurement capabilities, operational parameters, and integration with existing scientific infrastructure. The requested instruments are intended for use in research centers, water science centers, and geological monitoring facilities across various U.S. locations.
Name | Description | Awardee | Potential Value (Click to sort descending) | Award Date (Click to sort descending) | Last Date To Order (Click to sort descending) | Updated At (Click to sort descending) |
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N0017377C0133 |
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| No Data From D And B | $0 | 12/15/78 | Not listed | 12/15/78 |
F0470079C0095 |
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| No Data From D And B | $0 | 9/15/79 | Not listed | 9/15/79 |
GS24F0036L | Quality Performance Inc. | $125.0k | 8/1/01 | 12/24/03 | 12/24/03 | |
ING16PC00039 | Nanometrics Inc. | $15.0m | 7/18/16 | 7/17/21 | 6/19/17 | |
GS00F0061M | International Industries Inc. | $125.0k | 4/15/02 | 4/1/04 | 4/1/04 |
Name | Description | Awardee | Potential Value (Click to sort descending) | Award Date (Click to sort descending) | Completion Date (Click to sort descending) | Updated At (Click to sort descending) |
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Purchase Order N6230601P3149 | Lockheed Martin Sippican, Inc. | $0 | 9/30/01 | 11/30/01 | 9/30/01 | |
Delivery Order 03CRCN0039-ING03039C0003 | Kinemetrics Inc. | $406.1k | 9/17/04 | 12/16/04 | 2/4/05 | |
Delivery Order ING16PC00039-ING17PD00240 | Nanometrics Inc. | $35.6k | 2/16/17 | 4/17/17 | 2/16/17 | |
Purchase Order 140G0120P0011 | Dune Technologies LLC | $44.3k | 10/28/19 | 11/18/19 | 10/28/19 | |
Purchase Order DOCAB133R10SU0814 | Teledyne RD Instruments, Inc. | $21.5k | 4/27/10 | 6/13/10 | 5/18/10 |
Name | Description | Solicitation Number | Federal Agency | Type | Posted Date (Click to sort descending) |
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Gravity Meters Request for Information | NGA_Gravity_Meters_RFI | Department of Defense National Geospatial Intelligence Agency | Pre-Solicitation 1/1 | 5/9/25, 10:46 AM | |
Six CL61 ceilometers | NRMJ10002201174CM2 | Department of Commerce National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration | Special Notice 1/1 | 7/6/22, 6:31 PM | |
Intent to Award - Towed-Time Domain Electro System | 140G0123Q0091 | Department of the Interior US Geological Survey Office of Acquisitions and Grants | Special Notice 1/1 | 2/14/23, 1:32 PM | |
Sole Source to NortekUSA for Nortek Signature 1000 Acoustic Doppler Current Profiler (ADCP) | N6227120Q1157 | Department of the Navy Naval Supply Systems Command | Solicitation 1/1 | 8/27/20, 6:51 PM | |
Kinemetrics Antelope Software Licenses, STS 2. 5 Seismometer & Q330 Digitizers | NWWW0000-20-00143MWH | Department of Commerce National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration | Special Notice 1/1 | 8/4/20, 1:06 PM |