Environmental data buoy system IAW salients

The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Hydrologic Instrumentation Facility is procuring a Real-Time Environmental Data Buoy System consisting of two complete environmental monitoring systems for marine data collection. The comprehensive system includes XB-200 data buoys with solar panels, environmental data loggers with Iridium satellite telemetry, MaxiMet marine weather stations, Sea-Bird Scientific CTD instruments, EchoRange sonar depth sensors, and various mounting accessories including pyramid anchors and ballast weights. Each system features yellow UV-stabilized buoys with stainless steel frames, three 15-watt solar panels providing 200 pounds of buoyancy, and integrated sensors capable of measuring wind speed, direction, conductivity, temperature, and depth. Questions must be submitted to Cynthia Nicanor at cnicanor@usgs.gov by September 3, 2025 at 11:00 AM EDT, with written quotes due September 5, 2025 at 11:00 AM EDT. The solicitation includes standard federal accessibility requirements under Section 508 and FISMA security guidelines for IT systems.

This procurement is designated as a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 334513 with a size standard of 750 employees, and contractors must be registered in SAM.gov to be eligible for award. The anticipated contract award date is September 20, 2025, with delivery required within 60 days of purchase order receipt to the USGS facility in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. The contract includes two days of on-site system training and support covering installation, operation, and deployment of all buoy components, sensors, and data loggers, with all travel expenses included. While specific contract values are not disclosed, the solicitation involves sophisticated marine environmental monitoring equipment with satellite communication capabilities and comprehensive sensor packages. Performance will occur primarily at the Tuscaloosa, Alabama delivery location, with additional on-site support services included in the scope of work.