Surface Water Database Cleanup REQUEST FOR QUOTE
ID: 140G0325Q0030Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEUS GEOLOGICAL SURVEYOFFICE OF ACQUISITON GRANTSSACRAMENTO, CA, 95819, USA

NAICS

Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services (541690)

PSC

SPECIAL STUDIES/ANALYSIS- WATER QUALITY (B533)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/3428173abd61463a8c6b169f8b0810f4/view
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    The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is seeking quotations for a project focused on the cleanup and maintenance of the Oregon Surface Water Database, with a specific emphasis on rectifying errors and omissions in hydrologic data. The objective is to ensure compliance with USGS standards and enhance public accessibility to the data through the National Water Information System (NWIS) web, involving tasks such as removing erroneous historical data and conducting quality assurance reviews. This project is critical for maintaining the integrity of water quality data and will require contractors to have expertise in the Oregon Water Science Center's database systems. Proposals must be submitted electronically by February 14, 2025, with inquiries directed to Contract Specialist Rupert Lujan at rlujan@usgs.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Lujan, Ruperto
    (000) 000-0000
    rlujan@usgs.gov
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    The government file 140G0325Q0030 details a Request for Quotation (RFQ) from the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) for a project focused on the cleanup and maintenance of the Oregon Surface Water Database. The main goal is to rectify errors and omissions in the hydrologic data, ensuring compliance with USGS standards and improving data accessibility to the public via the National Water Information System (NWIS) web. The project involves tasks such as removing erroneous historical data, restoring published data that are currently unavailable, and conducting quality assurance reviews of the database. The RFQ specifies a performance period from February 17, 2025, to February 17, 2027, requiring approximately 16 hours of work per week at USGS facilities in Portland, Oregon. Contractors must have in-depth knowledge of the Oregon Water Science Center's database, the Automated Data Processing System (ADAPS), and the AQUARIUS system utilized in the organization. Additionally, the contractor will need to comply with several federal guidelines related to accessibility, security, and data rights. The RFQ encourages electronic submissions for quotations and sets specific deadlines for inquiries and proposals, emphasizing the importance of technical documentation for evaluating compliance with the project's requirements.
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