Ground Penetrating Radar
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. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Forest Service, Plumas National Forest, is soliciting quotations for a Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) system. This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and aims to procure a GPR system, specifically a GSSI Utility Scan Pro with SIR 4000 Data Acquisition System or an equal product, for identifying interred remains from prehistoric and historic eras in backcountry areas. Quotations are due by April 7, 2026, at 12:00 PM Mountain Time.
Scope of Work & Requirements
The requirement is for one (1) Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) system. The system must be transportable on foot into backcountry areas, breaking down into manageable parts (antenna, cart, controller). The place of performance is California (postal code 95965). Key specifications include:
- System: GSSI Utility Scan Pro with SIR 4000 Data Acquisition System or equal.
- Accessories: SIR 4000 controller, three-wheeled cart, tow-behind survey wheel encoder with carry harness, and antenna tow handle.
- Performance: Maximum depth 10-12 meters, 350 HS antenna frequency, maximum weight 75 lbs, internal GPS logging, and RADAN 7 software with a 3D module.
Contract Details
This is a combined synopsis/solicitation issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) under solicitation number 127EAY26Q0037 in accordance with FAR Part 12 for commercial items. The anticipated award is a firm fixed-price purchase order. Delivery is required within 120 days after award, with early deliveries accepted. The applicable NAICS code is 334511 (Geophysical Instruments) with a small business size standard of 1350 employees.
Submission & Evaluation
Offerors must submit pricing for all items to be considered responsive. Award will be made to the offeror representing the best value to the Government, based on Price (fair and reasonable) and Technical Acceptability. Technical acceptability requires offers to meet or exceed all salient characteristics of the brand name product. "Equal" products must be clearly identified with brand name, make, and model number, and include descriptive literature demonstrating how they meet or exceed requirements. Failure to provide adequate documentation or meet requirements will result in technical unacceptability. Prices must be held firm for 90 calendar days.
Key Dates & Contacts
- Questions Deadline: March 31, 2026, at 12:00 PM Pacific Time, via email.
- Quotations Due: April 7, 2026, at 12:00 PM Mountain Time.
- Primary Contact: Paula Sales (paula.sales@usda.gov).