J--MRG LISST-ABS SENSORS SERVICING
ID: 140R4025Q0047Type: Special Notice
2 AwardsMay 9, 2025
$3.1K$3,090
AwardeeSEQUOIA SCIENTIFIC, INC 2700 RICHARDS RD STE 107 Bellevue WA 98005 USA
Award #:140R4025P0043
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEBUREAU OF RECLAMATIONUPPER COLORADO REGIONAL OFFICESALT LAKE CITY, UT, 84138, USA

NAICS

Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- INSTRUMENTS AND LABORATORY EQUIPMENT (J066)
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    The Department of the Interior's Bureau of Reclamation is planning to award a sole-source contract for the servicing of two LISST-ABS sensors to Sequoia Scientific, Inc. This procurement aims to secure maintenance and repair services for specialized instruments used to measure suspended sediment concentrations in the Rio Grande, which are critical for effective water management. The estimated cost for these services is $3,090, and the contract is expected to span five months from the award date, ensuring timely data collection. Interested parties can reach out to Ronda Lucero at rlucero@usbr.gov or by phone at 505-462-3650 for further information.

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    The document outlines a determination to solicit services from Sequoia Scientific, Inc. for the calibration and repair of two LISST-Acoustic Backscatter Sensors used by the U.S. Department of the Interior's Bureau of Reclamation for measuring suspended sediment concentrations in the Rio Grande. Due to the specialized nature of these instruments, only Sequoia has the expertise and authorization to conduct the required maintenance. The estimated cost for these services is $3,090, which has been deemed fair and reasonable. Market research confirmed that no other companies could fulfill this requirement, as responses from multiple small businesses indicated they either do not provide such services or were unresponsive. The period of performance for this contract is set for five months from the award date, emphasizing the urgency and need for reliable data collection in water management. The document assures compliance with federal acquisition regulations regarding sole-source procurement. Overall, this serves as a formal justification for the exclusive sourcing of services necessary for the Bureau's operational continuity.
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