NPSS1 2027_073 Aquarius Software.pdf

Notice of Proposed Sole Source Scope of Work and Sole Source Justification

NPSS1 PEAA 2027*073

Aquarius Software

Scope of Services Aquatic Informatics provides a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) known as Aquarius. This technical software program is utilized to make scientific calculations and corrections of Division of Water Resources (DWR) streamflow data used for water rights administration and other scientific endeavors. DWR utilizes USGS processes and guidelines. US Geological Survey (USGS) procured Aquarius through a competitive bid process for nationwide implementation in 2012. AQUARIUS Software is designed to match the standards set out by the USGS and the ISO and follows recommendations put forth by the World Meteorological Organization and Open Geospatial Consortium.

Schedule and Term of Award A Purchase Order will be issued as soon as practical. The Sole Source Procurement end date is June 30, 2031.

Budget DWR has budgeted an approximate amount of $470,318.38 for work.

Sole Source Justification DWR hydrography staff currently review and produce records using US Geological Survey (USGS) processes and guidelines and therefore, have maintained a partner relationship for decades. Data is shared and reviewed annually with USGS. As part of that coordination, DWR has been using the rating development module from Aquarius, known as GRSAT since approximately 2008. DWR staff already have knowledge and experience using this module of the tool which is based on USGS protocols. This module is a key feature of the Aquarius environment. Utilizing Aquarius will facilitate data sharing with USGS and reduce DWR’s training needs since DWR is already familiar with the software.

Contact and Submittal Submit any questions or any submittal item via email with the solicitation number NPSS1 PEAA 2027*073 in the subject line to:

Amanda Schor

Department of Natural Resources, Purchasing Office Email: amanda.schor@state.co.us

Submittal Items This Notice of Proposed Sole Source (NPSS1) has been posted to invite vendors who may be able to offer the services noted in the Scope of Work to respond and confirm their capabilities.

If it is determined that more than one vendor can provide the services needed, the purchase will be formally solicited.

In order to demonstrate your ability to fulfill the need, please send an email with a brief one-page cover letter (as an attachment), signed by the sole proprietor, individual or someone authorized to bind your firm which includes: Vendor Name, Vendor Address, including City, State, and zip code, phone number, and email address. In your letter describe how your firm, considering the ability of Aquatic Informatics Inc. and the services they are offering, could supply this service.

Important: Please be aware that this is not a solicitation for a proposal, quotation, or pricing. This is simply a notification that the Department of Natural Resources Purchasing Office intends to issue a sole source contract award as outlined above.

This is an opportunity for other entities to challenge the sole source status of the contract award. If a challenge is received, unless proved to be unfounded, a solicitation will be issued. Entities that are not prepared to go forward and respond to a solicitation for this work are not encouraged to submit a challenge.