NGWOS NextGen DCP RFI_specs.pdf

NGWOS Next Generation Data Collection Platform - Desired System Features and Specifications

Category Specification Description

Power and Communication

Reduced operational power draw

Operational power consumption lower than current product line, < 12 volts

Integrated voltage regulator

Allow for increased, combined power availability (> 1 Amp) for monitoring, and ability to direct connect auxiliary 12-24 volts, variable amperage power supplies, such as solar panels

Power broker capabilities Allow for dynamic power monitoring based on ambient and user input

Remote system upgrades Allow for remote system updates such as firmware, modem configurations, security settings, and password protection

On-site communication options

Direct system communication using a computer and smart phone

System component inventory

Utility that compiles the model, serial number, and firmware for all sensors connected to the datalogger, and transmits that information for inventory tracking purposes

Camera integration Simple integration of 12V camera systems, including the ability to collect, store, and transmit images at a user-defined interval

Non-proprietary sensor integration

Seamless integration of non-proprietary sensors that utilize standard communication protocols

System Architecture Vertical

A vertical system architecture provides a streamlined, integrated flow from observation to data storage and delivery as opposed to expandability obtained from adding retrofits and accessories, or a horizontal system architecture.

Telemetry

Redundant telemetry methods including, but not limited to:

• GOES

• Iridium

• Cellular

• MQTT

• LoRa

Intended to increase system stability in the event of telemetry mode failure. Additionally, the ability to transmit data from station, as well as between stations, using multiple formats.

All modems must be compatible with secure USGS networks and systems.

Modular telemetry radios Provide pre-configured software modules and antenna connection points that will allow connecting various types of telemetry radios to the system

Integrated Internet of Things (IoT) gateway

Capable of forwarding MQTT messages to the USGS AWS MQTT broker

Standardized data transmission format

Consistent transmission message format to allow for more efficient data ingestion

Capability to route data to a user-defined database

The use of third-party data hosting services is not desired

Data Processing and Storage

Open-source programming capabilities, such as Python

Add services to the datalogger to perform complex data collection and analysis tasks

High-frequency data processing

Capable of processing high-frequency sensor data, up to 10Hz, for oceanographic and other waveform research applications

High-frequency data storage

Capable of storing high-frequency sensor data for 90 days

Interactive programming

GUI

Provide user-friendly, intuitive programming modules to assist with complex programming

Programming archive On-board archival of system configurations and programming scripts that allows for return to previous configuration in the event of a programming error

Operating Temperature Range -40 to +60° Celsius Ability to operate properly during periods of extreme heat and cold

Weather Resistance IP65 rated enclosure Enclosure must be "dust tight" and protected against water projected from a nozzle

Form Factor < 100 in2 and < 3 pounds Easy integration into existing USGS monitoring station infrastructure

Pricing Competitively priced to current product line Desired final cost below $5,000 per system

Next Generation Water Observing System (NGWOS)

Table linked from NGWOS Next Generation Data Collection Platform RFI on sam.gov. For more information, contact Russ Lotspeich (rlotspei@usgs.gov)

September 20, 2021 mailto:rlotspei@usgs.gov