K--RFI - Fisheye Night Sky Imager Housing Design and Build
ID: 140P2125R0019Type: Sources Sought
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INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THENATIONAL PARK SERVICEWASHINGTON CONTRACTING OFFICELAKEWOOD, CO, 80225, USA

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Engineering Services (541330)

PSC

MODIFICATION OF EQUIPMENT- PHOTOGRAPHIC EQUIPMENT (K067)

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https://sam.gov/opp/f89652f0f77c43248f0bf32c0706a612/view
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    The Department of the Interior, specifically the National Park Service (NPS), is seeking contractors to design and build an environmental housing unit for a new fisheye night sky imager. This initiative aims to create a robust solution that allows for the long-term deployment of the imager in remote national park locations, facilitating remote data transmission and enhancing the monitoring of night sky quality. The project is critical for improving the understanding of light pollution trends in national parks and ensuring effective communication of data collected by the imager. Interested contractors should respond to the Request for Information (RFI) 140P2125R0019 by providing their business information and demonstrating relevant capabilities, with submissions limited to five pages. For further inquiries, contact Juliann Ashcroft at juliann_ashcroft@nps.gov.

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    Ashcroft, Juliann
    (000) 000-0000
    juliann_ashcroft@nps.gov
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    REQUEST_FOR_INFORMATION_140P2125R0019_1.pdf
    The Request for Information (RFI) 140P2125R0019 solicits contractors to design and build an environmental housing unit for a new fisheye night sky imager developed by the National Park Service (NPS). This camera system captures the entire night sky in a single shot and offers cost advantages over other systems, necessitating a robust solution for deployment in remote national park locations. NPS requires contractor expertise to create the housing and establish a system for remote data transmission to enhance night sky quality monitoring. Participation in the RFI is voluntary and does not guarantee future contract awards, with the government not obligated to solicit resulting from this request. Contractors should submit their business information and demonstrate relevant skills and experience based on a provided Draft Statement of Work, limited to five pages. The RFI encourages diverse business classifications, including small businesses and those owned by veterans or disadvantaged groups, emphasizing the government’s inclusive approach to contracting. This initiative aims to improve night sky data collection efficiency and enhance overall understanding of sky quality trends in national parks.
    Statement_of_Work_1.pdf
    The National Park Service (NPS) requires the design and construction of a protective housing for a new fisheye night sky imager, intended to monitor light pollution in national parks. The housing must be waterproof, with mechanisms to prevent condensation, and easily mountable in various locations. It should facilitate remote data transmission to an NPS office, using a lithium-ion battery for power during outages, and include a communication system for image and command transfers. The contractor will provide a complete bill of materials, standard operating procedures, and technical support to ensure effective communication. The project spans a 12-month performance period, including specific milestones for housing design, mount creation, and data transmission development. In addition, the NPS will furnish the fisheye camera for testing. This initiative underscores the NPS’s commitment to enhancing nighttime environmental monitoring while aiding in visitor access and enjoyment of park resources.
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