34--Proprietary Infrasound Wind Reduction Devices
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
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- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
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Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), specifically the Volcano Disaster Assistance Program (VDAP), intends to award a non-competitive purchase order to Wickum Weld of Vancouver, WA for proprietary infrasound wind reduction devices (Part Number 199-1645-109596). This notice serves as a Notice of Intent to solicit from a single source, with responses from other interested parties due by March 29, 2026, at 1500 hours Eastern Time.
Scope of Requirement
The USGS VDAP requires these custom-engineered devices for monitoring active volcanoes globally. The devices are critical for their transportability (10X volume reduction), accuracy, and high signal-to-noise ratio (SNR), allowing instruments to be placed safely away from active volcanoes. They feature eight alternating, 270-degree hinges for compact transport without compromising strength or functionality, and require less than 0.1 man-hours to deploy. Wickum Weld is considered the sole source due to their proprietary engineering drawings and unique design.
Contract Details
- Type: Non-competitive purchase order (Notice of Intent)
- Authority: FAR 13.106-1(b)(1) and FAR Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Items)
- NAICS Code: 332999 (All Other Miscellaneous Fabrication Product Manufacturing)
- PSC Code: 3438 (Miscellaneous Welding Equipment)
Submission & Evaluation
This is not a request for competitive quotes. However, other interested concerns capable of furnishing these items may submit a capabilities statement to the Contracting Officer. All submissions will be evaluated to determine if competitive opportunities exist. A determination not to compete this action is at the sole discretion of the Government. No solicitation will be issued.
Response Instructions
- Due Date: March 29, 2026, at 1500 hours Eastern Time
- Submission Method: Email only to fukunaga@usgs.gov
- Contact: Pauline Fukunaga (fukunaga@usgs.gov, 808-967-8821)
Additional Notes
This notice fulfills the requirements of FAR Subpart 5.2.