66--SILICON AUDIO BOREHOLE SENSORS
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 US Geological Survey (USGS) is conducting market research through a Sources Sought announcement to identify qualified businesses capable of providing Silicon Audio Low-Noise Optical Seismic Sensors. This is for planning purposes only and is not a request for quote or proposal. Responses detailing product capabilities are due by June 16, 2026.
Scope of Work
The USGS seeks a Silicon Audio Low-Noise Optical Seismic Sensor, specifically the Model 203-60 (High Sensitivity) Borehole Sensor, or equivalent, that meets detailed technical specifications. Key performance attributes include ultra-low noise, wide bandwidth, high shock tolerance, low power design, and high linearity. Specific technical requirements include:
- Passband: 0.005–1500 Hz
- Noise: Ranging from 0.5 ng/√Hz at 10 Hz to 10 ng/√ Hz at 0.01 Hz
- Clip Level: ±0.5 g peak
- Dynamic Range: 172 dB (at 1 Hz over 1 Hz BW)
- Sensitivity: 60 V/g
- Power Consumption: 150 mW for 3-axis
- Operating Temperature: -35 °C to +75 °C
- Dimensions: 2.0" Diameter × 14.5" Length (51 mm D × 368 mm L)
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS: 334513, Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying and Controlling Industrial Process Variables (Size Standard: 750 employees)
- Product Service Code: 6655, Geophysical Instruments
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: June 16, 2026, at 1500 PST
- Published: June 11, 2026
Evaluation
Responses will be used for planning purposes to assist the Government in determining its acquisition strategy. This notice does not commit the Government to award a purchase order or contract.
Additional Notes
Interested parties must submit a product data sheet detailing their ability to meet the attached Technical Specifications. Responses must be submitted via email to yangzhi_deng@ios.doi.gov. Hardcopy or web portal submissions will not be accepted.