59--70327271 SGO002 NEW 10-METER ANTENNA
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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.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
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Quick Summary
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), under the Department of the Interior, has issued a Special Notice indicating its Intent to Award a sole-source contract to Fisica Applied Technologies Inc. for annual on-site maintenance and on-call support for the Landsat Ground Stations (LGS) 10-meter L3-Datron antenna. This notice serves as a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (JOFOC) under FAR 13.1. Other interested vendors must contact the Contracting Officer by March 31, 2026, if they believe they can provide similar services.
Scope of Work
The required services include annual on-site maintenance and on-call support for the critical 10-meter L3-Datron antenna used at the Landsat Ground Stations. This antenna is essential for receiving contacts from the Landsat 8 and Landsat 9 satellites.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Intent to Award / JOFOC)
- Product Service Code: 5985 (Antennas, Waveguide, And Related Equipment)
- Set-Aside: None specified (sole source justification)
- Response Due: March 31, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
- Published: March 24, 2026
Justification for Sole Source
The USGS asserts that Fisica Applied Technologies Inc. is the only reasonably available source for these services. This is due to their status as the original manufacturer of the L3-Datron antenna, possessing unique technical knowledge, proprietary design details, and specialized equipment necessary for its maintenance and support.
Action Items & Future Plans
Vendors who believe they can provide the required maintenance and support services are invited to contact the Contracting Officer, Brian Baker (bfbaker@usgs.gov), by the response deadline. The USGS also states its commitment to continuing market research to identify future opportunities for increased competition.