WV- boat/trailer only for unit

The United States Geological Survey (USGS) Office of Acquisitions and Grants has issued a Special Notice for the procurement of a specialized boat, motor, and trailer package intended for electrofishing research. This opportunity is specifically focused on acquiring an 18-foot V-hull boat with welded construction that is exclusively compatible with Midwest Lake Electrofishing Systems (MLES) equipment. The notice is part of a targeted acquisition for the Virginia Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit (WVCFWRU), with a specific emphasis on obtaining a boat with customized technical specifications. The contract opportunity was posted on April 4, 2025, with a response deadline of April 9, 2025. The procurement falls under the NAICS category of Boat Building (336612) and the PSC category of Fishing Vessels (1920).

The primary objective of this Special Notice is to support fish and wildlife research, student training, and motorboat operation certification through the acquisition of a highly specialized research vessel. USGS intends to award the contract directly to Midwest Lake Electrofishing Systems due to unique technical requirements that effectively preclude competitive bidding. Potential contractors who believe they can meet the precise specifications are instructed to contact Contracting Officer Brian Baker via email at bfbaker@usgs.gov no later than 1:00 PM EST on April 9, 2025. The agency has noted that while this procurement is sole-sourced, future equipment requirements will undergo comprehensive competitive market research when the current equipment reaches its end of life. Eligibility appears limited given the highly specific technical requirements of the boat, which include a customized control box mounting area and specialized wiring connections designed exclusively for MLES equipment.