Current Profiling System IAW Salients
ID: 140G0125Q0064Type: Solicitation
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INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEUS GEOLOGICAL SURVEYOFC OF ACQUSITION GRANTS-NATIONALRESTON, VA, 20192, USA

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Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling Industrial Process Variables (334513)

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GEOPHYSICAL INSTRUMENTS (6655)
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    The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is seeking proposals for the acquisition of a Current Profiling System, specifically a YSI RS5 Acoustic Doppler Current Profiling (ADCP) System along with an adapter kit. The procurement aims to enhance discharge measurements in rivers and streams, requiring a portable system equipped with advanced features such as Real-Time Kinematic (RTK) GPS positioning, bottom tracking capabilities, and robust Bluetooth communication, all while ensuring durability and operational efficiency. This equipment is critical for environmental monitoring and management initiatives, emphasizing the need for accuracy and reliability in water measurement. Interested vendors should contact Cynthia Nicanor at cnicanor@usgs.gov for further details, and proposals must comply with federal acquisition regulations, with a delivery timeline of 60 days post-order receipt.

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    Nicanor, Cynthia
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    703648
    cnicanor@usgs.gov
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    The document outlines the specifications for a Current Profiling System intended for discharge measurements in rivers and streams. The core components include a portable Broadband Acoustic Doppler Current Profiling (ADCP) system enhanced with a Real-Time Kinematic (RTK) GPS positioning system, a flotation platform, and necessary accessories. The ADCP must possess capabilities such as bottom tracking, wide coverage depth (0.1 to 6 m), built-in compass, a 5-beam configuration operating at 3 MHz, and a sampling frequency of at least 1 Hz. Key features include a velocity measurement range of +/- 5.0 m/s, the ability to measure multiple water column cells, integrated temperature, and tilt sensors, and robust Bluetooth communication. The equipment should ensure at least 7 hours of operation on a rechargeable battery and have a waterproof rating of IP67. A compatible RTK GNSS system with necessary components for enhanced positioning is also required, along with a flotation platform and custom carrying case. This document serves as part of a government RFP aimed at acquiring an advanced water measurement system, emphasizing accuracy, portability, and durability, pivotal for environmental monitoring and management initiatives at various governmental levels.
    This document comprises a solicitation for a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) for the acquisition of specific geophysical instruments, namely a YSI RS5 ADCP System and an adapter kit. The solicitation stipulates delivery requirements, including a 60-day timeline post-order receipt, and requests specifications for the quoted items. Bid submissions must include a variety of details such as pricing, delivery terms, and compliance with specific federal acquisition regulations, including the Defense Priorities and Allocations System and clauses related to veteran-owned and small business set-asides. The document also outlines additional clauses regarding contractor responsibilities, electronic invoicing procedures, and representations related to telecommunications services and products. The solicitation emphasizes the need for compliance with various standards and mandates to ensure safety, accountability, and the integrity of government contracts, underpinning the importance of federal oversight in procurement processes to enhance efficiency and transparency.
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