66--BENTHIC ALGAE METER
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
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.
Next steps
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) is conducting market research to identify qualified businesses capable of providing an in situ benthic algae measurement instrument. This Sources Sought (Special Notice) aims to determine the availability of products meeting specific salient characteristics for planning purposes. Responses are due by March 16, 2026, 05:00 PM PDT.
Purpose & Requirements
The USGS seeks an instrument with the capability to measure benthic algae on substrate within waterbodies without sample preparation. Key requirements include:
- Capability for measuring benthic algae on substrate within waterbodies, without sample preparation requirements.
- Measurement range: 0-15 ug chl-a/cm2
- Resolution: 0.1 ug chl-a/cm2
- Ability to differentiate green algae, cyanobacteria, and diatoms.
- Built-in instrument display.
- Datalogger function.
Market Research Details
- Type: Sources Sought (Special Notice)
- NAICS Code: 334516 – Analytical Laboratory Instrument manufacturing
- Size Standard: 1000 employees
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) - This set-aside is indicated for potential future acquisition.
- Response Due: March 16, 2026, 05:00 PM PDT
- Published: March 5, 2026
Submission Instructions
Interested businesses should submit a brochure and/or technical specifications detailing their product's ability to meet the salient characteristics. Responses must be sent electronically via email to aberry@usgs.gov. Hard copy submissions will not be accepted.
Important Notes
This is for market research only and is not a request for quote or proposal. The Government is not committed to awarding a purchase order or contract based on this announcement and will not pay for any costs incurred in preparing responses.