Imaging Laser Scanner and Accs. IAW Salients
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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) Idaho Water Science Center is seeking quotes for Imaging Laser Scanners and Accessories in accordance with specified salient characteristics. This acquisition, identified as RFQ 140G0126Q0187, is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The required items must be delivered to Boise, ID, within 60 days of purchase order receipt. Quotes are due by June 18, 2026, at 11:00 AM ED.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for one Leica BLK360 G2 Imaging Laser Scanner and a 1-Year BLK360 G2 Laser Scanner Customer Care Package Blue. The imaging laser scanner must be compact, lightweight, capable of full 360° scans and HDR imagery within 25 seconds, with a high point generation rate (up to 600,000 points/sec) and 4mm accuracy at 10m. It must incorporate Visual Inertial System technology for automatic pre-registration and real-time scan alignment, include 4 HDR cameras, and operate within 0°C to +40°C with at least IP54 ingress protection. The system should not require leveling, offer preset scan resolutions, be powered by internal rechargeable Li-Ion batteries (at least 50 setups per charge), and include three compatible batteries. It must support one-button, one-person operation, have at least 180 GB internal memory, USB-C and Wi-Fi connectivity, and fit in a standard backpack (no larger than 1L volume, no more than 1kg with battery). All necessary accessories and a durable hard-shell transportation case are also required. The customer care package includes service, support, software/firmware updates, hardware maintenance, and technical support.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Request for Quote (RFQ)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Product Service Code: 6675 (Drafting, Surveying, And Mapping Instruments)
- NAICS Code: 334619 (Photographic and Photocopying Equipment Manufacturing)
- Size Standard: 600 employees
- Anticipated Award Date: August 1, 2026
Compliance Requirements
Bidders must also adhere to specific compliance standards:
- Section 508 Accessibility: Any software or electronic content provided must meet Revised Section 508 standards, including WCAG 2.0 Level A and AA Success Criteria, and ensure interoperability with assistive technology.
- FISMA IT Security: Contractors accessing USGS IT systems or sensitive data must comply with an 18-point FISMA checklist, covering background investigations, NDAs, security awareness training, incident reporting, NIST standards (SP 800-53, FIPS 199, SP 800-60), and contingency planning.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quotes Due: June 18, 2026, at 11:00 AM ED
- Questions Due: June 16, 2026, at 11:00 AM ED
- Evaluation: Award will be based on the lowest priced technically acceptable quote.
- Submission Method: Responses may be emailed to cynthia_nicanor@ios.doi.gov.
- Registration: Vendors must be registered at SAM.gov to be awarded the contract.