Current Profiling System IAW Salients

The United States Geological Survey (USGS) Hydrologic Instrumentation Facility is seeking to procure a Current Profiling System for Discharge Measurements through a full and open competitive Request for Quote (RFQ 140G0125Q0064). The solicitation requires the delivery of a specific YSI RS5-MAX-PK4 RS5 Acoustic Doppler Current Profiler (ADCP) system with RTK antennas, tripod, Hydroboard II Micro, and carry case, along with an adapter kit. Potential vendors must be registered in SAM.gov and will need to submit written quotes by March 4, 2025, at 11:00 AM Eastern Standard Time. Questions regarding the solicitation must be submitted to Cynthia Nicanor via email by February 28, 2025, at 11:00 AM ES. The agency has categorized this procurement under NAICS code 334513 for Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing, with a size standard of 750 employees.

The procurement will be delivered to the USGS Nevada Water Science Center in Carson City, NV, with a required delivery timeline of 60 days from the date the contractor receives the purchase order. The anticipated contract award date is March 31, 2025. The ADCP system must meet specific technical requirements, including a 3 MHz frequency, profiling range of 0.1 to 6m, sampling frequency of at least 1 Hz, and velocity resolution of 0.001 m/s or better. Additional system specifications include Bluetooth connectivity with a 100m range, IP67 waterproof rating, a rechargeable battery with 7-hour life, and an operating temperature range of -5 to 45 degrees Celsius. The system is designed for portable, self-contained discharge measurements in rivers and streams, and the total procurement appears to involve one complete system with associated accessories and equipment.