Gage House Term Blocks IAW Work, Specs, & Drawings
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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.
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) Hydrologic Instrumentation Facility (HIF) is soliciting quotes (RFQ 140G0126Q0052) for the procurement and delivery of Gage House Terminal Blocks and SDI-12 Terminal Blocks. This requirement is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and involves delivering the specified items to Tuscaloosa, AL, within 60 days of receiving a purchase order. Quotes are due by February 18, 2026, at 11:00 AM ES.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the delivery of:
- 800 each of Gagehouse Terminal Blocks (as detailed in Drawing DWG. NO. 0635001).
- 200 each of SDI-12 Terminal Blocks (as detailed in Drawing DWG. NO. 0636001). The procurement also includes associated hook-up and ground cables, as specified in the provided drawings (DWG. NO. 0635002, 0635003, 0636002, 0636003). All items must comply with stringent workmanship standards and electrical/electronic soldering specifications.
Technical Requirements
Bidders must ensure compliance with:
- HIF SPECIFICATION FOR ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC SOLDERING STANDARDS (HIF-S-04): This mandates adherence to ANSI/J-STD-001, with specific modifications including designating HIF products as Class 3, requiring Sn63 solder, and prohibiting exposed basis metal after soldering.
- Workmanship Standards: Detailed criteria cover surface defects, burrs, corrosion, extraneous materials, markings, mounting, cleaning, threaded parts, riveting, gear/bearing assemblies, wiring, welding/brazing, and ropes/cables.
- Detailed Drawings: Specific drawings (DWG. NOs. 0635001, 0635002, 0635003, 0636001, 0636002, 0636003) provide precise technical specifications, parts lists, and suggested suppliers for the terminal blocks and cables.
Contract Details & Timeline
- Contract Type: Request for Quote (RFQ)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 335931 (Electrical Equipment Manufacturing)
- Product Service Code: 5940 (Lugs, Terminals, And Terminal Strips)
- Delivery: Within 60 days from the date the contractor receives the purchase order, to Tuscaloosa, AL.
- RFQ Issued: On or about February 12, 2026
- Questions Due: February 16, 2026, at 11:00 AM ES
- Quotes Due: February 18, 2026, at 11:00 AM ES
- Anticipated Award: February 28, 2026
Submission & Eligibility
Quotes must be emailed to Cynthia Nicanor at cnicanor@usgs.gov. All responsible sources may submit a bid. Vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) to be eligible for award. Questions should be directed to Cynthia Nicanor via email before the deadline.