Sources_Sought_Fish_Monitoring_rev1_2.pdf
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This is a Sources Sought Notice issued by the Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation for fish monitoring equipment related to the San Juan River Improvement Program (SJRIP).
The notice seeks qualified vendors capable of supplying Passive Integrated Transponder (PIT) tag antenna systems, associated PIT-tag equipment, software, and technical assistance for antenna system installation, operations, and maintenance. The equipment will be used to track and record movements of fish and other animals fitted with PIT tags for monitoring and research involving endangered species and other fish populations. The NAICS code is 334511 (Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System Manufacturing), and vendors must be capable of shipping anywhere within the Continental United States. The anticipated solicitation release date is August 4, 2026, with a projected performance period from September 10, 2026 through September 9, 2027 (one year). The contract type will be Firm Fixed Price evaluated using Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) criteria.
Interested firms must submit a capabilities statement not exceeding five pages by August 3, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. MD to the Contracting Officer (Johnny Lyons) and Contract Specialist (Kimberley Hervat) via email. The statement must include company information with name, address, and UEI; business size and socioeconomic status; and technical capability demonstrating ability to provide required PIT tag scanner software, data management and archiving capabilities, and qualified personnel including a Senior Engineer, Electronic Technician, and Antenna Installation Specialist. This notice is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a formal solicitation or guarantee that one will be issued. The government will not reimburse costs associated with preparing responses.
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SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE
Fish Monitoring Equipment SJRIP – Bureau of Reclamation
Notice Type: Sources Sought
Posted Through: Government Point of Entry (GPE) – SAM.gov
NAICS: 334511 – Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System Manufacturing.
Place of Performance: The vendor shall be capable of shipping anywhere within the Continental United States.
Estimated Period of Performance: 1 Year ARO
1. PURPOSE:
The Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation, seeks to acquire Passive Integrated Transponder (PIT) tag antenna systems, associated PIT-tag equipment, software, and technical assistance for activities such as antenna system installation and operations and maintenance of existing systems.
This Sources Sought is NOT a solicitation, and no contract will be awarded as a result of this notice.
2. PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The objective of this contract is to acquire Passive Integrated Transponder (PIT) tag antenna systems, related PIT-tag equipment, software, and technical assistance for activities such as antenna system installation and operations and maintenance of existing systems.
3. BACKGROUND
Reclamation uses PIT tag antennas and related equipment for various applications, including tracking and recording the movements of animals—primarily fish—as well as other objects.
These tags and associated equipment are essential for ongoing monitoring and research involving endangered species and other fish populations outfitted with PIT tags.
4. ANTICIPATED CONTRACT TYPE
A Firm Fixed Price is contemplated. Anticipated solicitation release date is 8/04/2026, with a projected period of performance from 9/10/2026 – 9/09/2027. Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) unless otherwise stated.
5. SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Interested firms are requested to submit a Capabilities Statement (5 pages max) containing:
1. Company Information:
o Name, Address, UEI o Point of Contact (email & phone)
2. Business Size & Socioeconomic Status:
o Small Business, SBSA, 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB, etc.
3. Technical Capability:
o Ability to meet the Software required to operate the PIT tag scanners, download data from scanners, and to archive information on PIT tags in a database requirement described in the Specification.
o Ability to provide qualified personnel, including a Senior Engineer, Electronic Technician, and Antenna Installation Specialist, as specified in the requirements.
6. RESPONSE INSTRUCTIONS
Responses must be emailed to:
Contracting Officer - Johnny Lyons johnny_lyons@ios.doi.gov and Contract Specialist - Kimberley Hervat kimberley_hervat@ios.doi.gov
Subject Line: Fish Monitoring Equipment SJRIP Response Due: August 3, 2026, by 10:00 am MD. No telephone inquiries will be accepted.
7. DISCLAIMER
This Sources Sought Notice is issued solely for information and planning purposes. It does not constitute a solicitation (Request for Proposal or Request for Quote), nor does it guarantee issuance of a solicitation.
The Government will not reimburse any costs associated with preparing or submitting responses to this notice.
mailto:johnny_lyons@ios.doi.gov mailto:kimberley_hervat@ios.doi.gov
| Fish Monitoring Equipment SJRIP – Bureau of Reclamation |
| 1. PURPOSE: |
| 2. PROJECT DESCRIPTION |
| 3. BACKGROUND |
| 4. ANTICIPATED CONTRACT TYPE |
| 5. SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS |
| 1. Company Information: |
| 2. Business Size & Socioeconomic Status: |
| 3. Technical Capability: |
| 6. RESPONSE INSTRUCTIONS |
| Subject Line: Fish Monitoring Equipment SJRIP |
| 7. DISCLAIMER |
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