Sources Sought
ID: DOIGFBO250026Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEUS GEOLOGICAL SURVEYOFC OF ACQUISITION GRANTS-DENVERDENVER, CO, 80225, USA

NAICS

Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511)

PSC

RADAR EQUIPMENT, EXCEPT AIRBORNE (5840)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/e47c991fb1004ac8898dfa85d9d67fc2/view
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    Description

    The U.S. Geological Survey, part of the Department of the Interior, has issued a Sources Sought Notice to assess interest and capability from businesses eligible under NAICS Code 334511 for the procurement of a digital sonar system, specifically the 3DSS-iDX-PRO. This system encompasses various components, including sonar heads, interface units, GNSS antennas, and software for data visualization and processing, which are crucial for advanced sonar applications. Interested firms must meet specific socio-economic classifications and submit a capability statement detailing their relevant performance history; responses are voluntary and will inform future acquisition strategies. Interested parties should note that submissions are due by February 20, 2025, and must include a SAM Unique Identifier, with further inquiries directed to Travis Herberholz at therberholz@usgs.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Herberholz, Travis
    (000) 000-0000
    therberholz@usgs.gov
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    A14__Sources_Sought.pdf
    The U.S. Geological Survey issued a Sources Sought Notice to gauge interest and capability from businesses eligible to compete under NAICS Code 334511, specifically for the procurement of a digital sonar system. This system, identified as the 3DSS-iDX-PRO, includes a variety of components such as sonar heads, interface units, GNSS antennas, and accessories, along with software for data visualization and processing. Interested firms must fit specific socio-economic classifications and must provide a capability statement detailing relevant performance history. The document clarifies that this notice is not a solicitation or a proposal request, and responses submitted are voluntary. Firms must have a SAM Unique Identifier and register at the SAM portal. The deadline for submissions is February 20, 2025. This market survey aims to inform the government’s acquisition strategy and is part of a broader effort to involve small businesses in government contracts. Responses will guide the nature of future solicitations which will be announced on the Federal Business Opportunities website.
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