B08_Attachment_1_Brand_Name_Salient_Characteristics.docx

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70 ea Spot X 2-Way Satellite Messenger & Software Federal contract opportunity
Solicitation number
140G0124Q0001
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Department of the Interior US Geological Survey Office of Acquisitions and Grants

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This government file contains brand name salient characteristics for the SPOT X Orange satellite messenger and annual SPOT subscriptions. The document outlines required technical specifications for the transponder, including utilizing GPS satellite-based messaging on the private GEOS network with accuracy within 20 feet. The transponder must be equipped with SOS functionality for life-threatening situations, weigh no more than 4 ounces, measure up to 3.5 x 2.5 inches, and have various tracking, messaging, and location sharing abilities. Additional requirements include being waterproof to 1 meter for 30 minutes, having operating temperatures from -22 to 140 degrees Fahrenheit, humidity and salt fog ratings, a 12-month limited warranty, and the ability to connect to power sources including AAA batteries and USB. The related federal contract opportunity is a solicitation from the Department of the Interior US Geological Survey Office of Acquisitions and Grants to purchase 70 SPOT X 2-Way Satellite Messengers and associated software.

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Brand Name Salient Characteristics Sellers shall offer goods/services that meet or exceed the following Brand Name Salient Characteristic of the SPOT X Orange and Annual SPOT Subscriptions:

Transponder must utilize GPS satellite-based messaging capabilities Transponder must be accurate to within 20 feet/5 meters.

Transponder must operate on the private satellite network GEOS.

Transponder must be equipped with S.O.S. function for critical life-threatening situations.

Transponder must be lightweight, no more than 4 ounces, and small, no more than 3.5 X 2.5 inches.

Transponder must have the ability to:

Check-In: Notify contacts of GPS location and current status.
Custom Message: Let contacts know GPS location sending a pre-programmed message.

Track: Automatically saves location every few minutes and allow contacts to track movements using Google Maps.

Help/SPOT Assist: Gives contacts GPS location and tells them to request non-emergency help SOS: Send an SOS with GPS location to GEOS, who will contact the appropriate agency to aid in rescue efforts.

Transponder must be waterproof up to a depth of 1 m for 30 minutes.

Transponder must be able to be operated from -22 F to +140 F Must be able to be operated from -328ft to 21,320ft Must be humidity and salt fog rated.

Must have limited warranty for 12 months.

Must be able to connect to power utilizing 4 AAA Lithium 8X Batteries 4 AAA NiMH rechargeable batteries, and with line power through a 5v USB connection.

Must have a battery life of 17 days (10 min. interval tracking) Must have the ability to send and save your location and allow contacts to track your progress using Google Maps.

Must have ability to select tracking updates on a 2.5-, 5-, 10-, 30-, or 60-minute interval.

Must have 2-way communication.

Must have a QWERTY keyboard and not rely on cell phone blue tooth connection to send a text.

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