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The University of Southern Mississippi is seeking sealed bids for a high-resolution GNSS-IMU (Global Navigation Satellite System-Inertial Measurement Unit) Inertial Positioning System specifically designed for marine research applications. The procurement, identified as Bid No. 25-56 (RFx number 3160007436), targets a compact positioning system to be integrated into the university's SeaTrac Multibeam sonar system for advanced target detection and classification within their CUBEnet test range environment. The system must provide six-degree position and orientation data, including precise altitude, heading, heave, pitch, roll, position, and velocity information, with specific technical requirements such as ethernet ports, data logging capabilities, and multiple input/output interfaces. Required system specifications include a small form factor PCS weighing less than 3 kg, an operating temperature range of -20C to 50C, and positioning resolutions of less than 4 cm horizontally and 7 cm vertically. Bidders must provide pre- and post-processing algorithms, comprehensive documentation, system training, and a minimum one-year warranty. The bid is due on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. CT, to be submitted to the Office of the Director of Procurement Services in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, with bids to be delivered to USM's Marine Research Center in Gulfport.

The procurement appears to be open to all qualified vendors, with no specific set-aside designations mentioned in the documentation. Bidders are required to submit references demonstrating successful system deployment within the last three years and must comply with the university's equal opportunity policies. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the technical complexity and specialized nature of the GNSS-IMU system suggest a potentially significant investment in marine research technology. The university reserves the right to reject any or all bids, providing flexibility in the selection process. Vendors will need to demonstrate technical competence, provide comprehensive system documentation, and offer robust support capabilities. The procurement is specifically targeted at enhancing the university's ocean research capabilities, with a focus on mapping acoustic sensor data and testing advanced uncrewed systems. Prospective bidders can obtain full specifications from the procurement office or access detailed information through the University of Southern Mississippi's current bids website.