Barry arm operations

The US Geological Survey (USGS) is conducting market research to identify qualified businesses capable of providing instrumentation system upgrades, radar data processing, and camera deformation services for an active landslide in the Barry Arm of Prince William Sound, Alaska. The agency is seeking scientific and technical consulting services under NAICS code 541690 with a size standard of $16.5 million. Potential contractors must submit a capabilities statement demonstrating their ability to meet the Statement of Work requirements, with electronic submissions accepted via email to yangzhideng@usgs.gov by December 26, 2024, at 12:00 PST. This sources sought announcement is for market research purposes only and does not guarantee a contract award. The government will use the submitted information to determine its acquisition strategy for the project, focusing on providers with expertise in data collection, scientific analysis, and landslide monitoring technologies.

The pre-solicitation notice indicates no specific set-aside for small businesses or disadvantaged vendors. The contract is anticipated to run from February 2025 through October 2027, with a 36-month base period and a potential 12-month option period. While specific award values are not disclosed, the project involves comprehensive monitoring services including hardware upgrades, near real-time data processing, and specialized analysis of ground-based radar and deformation camera data. The scope includes continuous web posting of unprocessed and processed radar data, weekly deformation image analysis, monthly processing updates, and annual data transfers. An optional task may involve monitoring a second landslide location, which could potentially expand the project's scope and value. The government will not reimburse vendors for costs associated with preparing and submitting capability statements for this market research initiative.