Gravity meter

Added: May 08, 2018 9:14 am GRAVITY METER This sources sought notice is for informational purposes only and shall not be considered a solicitation, obligation, or commitment by the Government. This notice is for market research to determine the availability of any businesses with capabilities to provide a Gravity Mater meeting the specifications identified in the Salient Characteristics below.



GENERAL: Gravity Meter Description and Salient Characteristics.



The acceptable gravity meter must meet the following specifications:



Calibrated at 50 mGal points on its 7000 mGal range screw.



Must have a 50 mGal Pulse Width Modulation Feedback system with a resolution of .0001 gGal.



Must have a metal zero length spring system designed for Pulse Width Modulation reading.



Must possess a clamping mechanism to ensure high accuracy and eliminates hysteresis errors from transporting the meter.



Requires an operator direct control of the micrometer screw via the dial.



Must be field use ready.



The purpose of this notice is to determine interest and capability of potential sources. The NAICS is 334519, Measuring and Control Devices Manufacturing, 500 Employees.



Interested parties will submit an email detailing their capabilities and experience with these supplies. Sufficient information must be provided to demonstrate the ability to complete the supplies.



This is not a request for quotation or an announcement of a solicitation. Responses will be used for market research only.



Responses are due no later than 05/18/2018 1300 EDT. Response must be submitted to Stewart Evans by email at sevans@usgs.gov. Responses shall only be accepted through electronic mail addressed to sevans@usgs.gov. All response documents required by this sources sought must be uploaded and received in their entirety no later than 05/18/2018. Responses submitted by hardcopy or the FedConnect web portal or Fed Connect Message Center shall not be accepted or considered.