19--WV- BOAT/TRAILER ONLY FOR UNIT
ID: 140G0125Q0112Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEUS GEOLOGICAL SURVEYOFC OF ACQUSITION GRANTS-NATIONALRESTON, VA, 20192, USA

NAICS

Boat Building (336612)

PSC

FISHING VESSELS (1920)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/4820d2b686aa4a60aba5f5ef2fea5836/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Apr 4, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Apr 4, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 9, 2025, 5:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of the Interior, specifically the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), is seeking to procure a specialized boat, motor, and trailer package designed for electrofishing research in collaboration with the West Virginia Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit. This equipment is essential for training USGS employees and students in motorboat operation and supporting research related to fisheries and wildlife management, requiring compatibility with specific electrofishing equipment and custom components. The procurement process will be non-competitive due to the unique specifications necessary for effective research, with alternative proposals accepted until April 9, 2025. Interested vendors can contact Brian Baker at bfbaker@usgs.gov for further information.

Point(s) of Contact
Baker, Brian
(000) 000-0000
bfbaker@usgs.gov
Files
Title
Posted
FBO_Announcement_1.pdf
Apr 4, 2025, 3:04 PM UTC
The United States Geological Survey (USGS), in collaboration with the West Virginia Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit (WVCFWRU), intends to award a contract to Midwest Lake Electrofishing Systems for a specialized boat, motor, and trailer package designed for electrofishing research. This specific equipment is necessary for training USGS employees and students in motorboat operation, as well as supporting research related to fisheries and wildlife management. The boat requires compatibility with MLES electrofishing equipment, featuring unique hardwired components and a custom-designed stand to secure the control box safely during operations. The USGS is open to alternative proposals from other vendors who can meet these unique specifications until the deadline of April 9, 2025. Future needs regarding this specialized equipment will be evaluated through market research to promote competition as necessary. This notice reflects the intent to utilize a non-competitive procurement process based on specific requirements essential for effective research and compliance with Department of Interior policies.
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