UAS Based Ground Penetrating Radar
Closed Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- 140G0225Q0025
- Agency
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Office of Acquisitions and Grants
US Geological Survey, Department of the Interior
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- Total Small Business
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 334519 Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing
- Points of contact
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The U.S. Department of Interior's U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is procuring a UAS-based Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) unit for the Upper Midwest Environmental Sciences Center in La Crosse, Wisconsin. The solicitation seeks a GPR system to be mounted on an Alta X uncrewed aerial system, specifically designed for collecting bathymetric data from inaccessible backwaters and shallow river areas. The required GPR unit must meet precise technical specifications, including a 600 MHz frequency, weight under 10 kg, 50+ minute battery life, and IP65 rating with the ability to detect small targets at 2-4m depth. The evaluation criteria will focus on the lowest-priced technically acceptable offer that meets all specified requirements. Quotes are due by March 6, 2025, at 5:00 PM EST, with all questions and submissions to be emailed to Travis Herberholz at therberholz@usgs.gov.
This solicitation is designated as a Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 334519 (Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing), limiting competition to qualified small business entities. The complete procurement package requires delivery of one GPR unit with associated components, including cables, three smart batteries, a charger, mounting kit, controller tablet, hard case, post-processing software, and installation/operation training. The total contract has a required delivery timeline of 120 days after award, with performance to be completed at the Upper Midwest Environmental Sciences Center. While specific budget details are not explicitly stated, the procurement follows Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) Part 12 for commercial items and will be awarded using simplified procedures for commercial acquisitions. The solicitation number 140G0225Q0025 identifies this specific procurement opportunity.
Notice text
UAS Based Ground Penetrating Radar
1) This Synopsis/Solicitation Notice is to announce the U.S. Department of Interior (DOI), U.S. Geological Survey has a requirement for a Ground Penetrating Radar at the Upper Midwest Environmental Sciences Center (UMESC) in accordance with the attached solicitation.
2) The synopsis/solicitation number is 140G0225Q0025 and is being issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ).
3) The award for this requirement shall be made using the policies in the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) Part 12, Acquisition of Commercial Items, and in conjunction with the policies and procedures for solicitation, evaluation, and award prescribed in FAR 13.5 Simplified Procedures for Certain Commercial Items, as appropriate for this Acquisition. The award shall be made to the vendor whose quote, conforming to this RFQ, is determined to be the most advantageous to the Government.
4) This solicitation is a SMALL BUSINSESS SET ASIDE. The associated NAICS Codes is 334519 - Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing.
5) A copy of this solicitation may be accessed by clicking "Attachments/Links".
6) All requirements for preparation, submission, and receipt of quotes are contained in this solicitation and shall be adhered to.
7) All questions and quotes must be emailed to Travis Herberholz at therberholz@usgs.gov.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Sol_140G0225Q0025.pdf |
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