CERC Dual-Technology Acoustic and Radio Tags
Closed Pre-Solicitation Posted
Not the latest version. See the latest solicitation from .
- Solicitation number
- 140G0125Q0035
- Agency
-
Office of Acquisitions and Grants
US Geological Survey, Department of the Interior
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 334419 Other Electronic Component Manufacturing
- PSC
- 6640 Laboratory Equipment And Supplies
- Points of contact
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The US Geological Survey's Columbia Environmental Research Center (CERC) is conducting a Sources Sought Notice to identify potential suppliers for 101 dual-technology acoustic and radio tags for a fish telemetry study near a dam in the Cuyahoga River. The procurement is specifically seeking tags that can be implanted into various fish species and must be compatible with existing Innovasea acoustic receivers and Lotek radio receivers. Currently, Lotek appears to be the only known manufacturer of these specialized dual-technology tags, which must provide real-time sensor data including temperature, pressure/depth, and bi-modal motion transmission. Interested parties are required to respond via email by January 16, 2025, and must detail their ability to meet specifications, describe their business type, and provide evidence of past performance. Respondents must indicate their business size and any small business classifications, with the agency emphasizing interest in small business participation.
The Sources Sought Notice falls under NAICS code 334419 for Other Electronic Component Manufacturing, with a size standard of 750 employees, and is not currently set aside for any specific business category. While no specific award value is mentioned, the procurement is for a precise quantity of 101 tags to support an ongoing research project at the dam site. Small businesses, including those with HUBZone, 8(a), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, Women-Owned, and Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned certifications, are highly encouraged to participate. The notice emphasizes that this is a market research exercise and does not guarantee a future solicitation or contract. The primary contact for this opportunity is Kimberly Schneider, who can be reached at krschneider@usgs.gov for any questions or clarifications about the potential procurement.
Notice text
This is a Sources Sought Notice only. This is not a request for proposal, but a survey to locate potential sources. This Sources Sought does not constitute an Invitation for Bids, Request for Proposals or a Request for Quotations, and is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government to issue an order or otherwise pay for the information solicited, nor is it a guarantee of a forthcoming solicitation or contract. It is for market research purposes only. Respondents will not be notified of the results of the evaluation.
The purpose of this Sources Sought Notice is to gain knowledge of interest, capabilities, and qualifications of various members of industry, to include the Small Business Community: Small Business, Section 8(a), Historically Underutilized Business Zones (HUB-Zone), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB), and Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB). The Government must ensure there is adequate competition among the potential pool of responsible contractors. Small business, Section 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB, & EDWOSB businesses are highly encouraged to participate.
NAICS Code: 334419 Other Electronic Component Manufacturing
NAICS Size Standard: 750 employees
Subject: Sources Sought for CERC Dual-Technology Acoustic and Radio Tags
Sources Sought Closing Response Date: January 16, 2025
Contact Point: Kimberly Schneider, krschneider@usgs.gov
Objective: To find sources that are qualified to meet the supplies/services as listed below. Note that the specific requirements are subject to change prior to the release of any solicitation.
The USGS Columbia Environmental Research Center (CERC) in Columbia, MO requires 101 dual-technology acoustic and radio tags for an ongoing, telemetry study for various species of fish. These tags will be implanted into various fish species sampled around a dam that is to be removed in the Cuyahoga River, a tributary of Lake Erie. The tags must be compatible with the existing network of Innovasea acoustic receivers.
The following salient characteristics are required:
- Dual-technology combined acoustic/radio transmitters in a single tag
- Compatible with existing network of Innovasea acoustic receivers as well as Lotek radio receivers.
- real time sensor data (temperature, pressure/depth, bi-modal motion) transmission
The only known company that manufactures a dual technology acoustic and radio tag is Lotek.
Responses: All interested parties should notify this office via e-mail within the posted date. Responses shall include:
(I) To what extent each of the specifications can be met.
(II) Include your type of business (i.e. commercial, academia), whether your organization is classified as a large or small business. If a small business, you must also list any small disadvantaged status you hold [HUBZone, 8(a), Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), Women Owned Small Business (WOSB), Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB), etc.].
(III) Experience/ performance through the description of completed projects.
Notice history
| Notice | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| CERC Lotek CART Tags *Brand name only* | Solicitation | |
| This notice | Pre-Solicitation |
Similar open opportunities
| Opportunity | Agency | Set-aside | Responses due |
|---|---|---|---|
| Notice of Intent (NOI) W912P627QA001, Acoustic Telemetry equipment | ENDIST Chicago | No set-aside |
On GovTribe
Work this opportunity
- Track it in your pipeline
- Find teaming partners
- Similar opportunities
- Ask GovTribe AI about this opportunity