B--Implementation plan-ShakeAlert Earthquake EW.
Overview
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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 U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), under the Department of the Interior, is seeking a contractor to develop a Technical Implementation Plan for the ShakeAlert Earthquake Early Warning (EEW) System in Nevada. This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for commercial services, set aside 100% for Total Small Business. The plan will leverage existing infrastructure and be modeled after previous implementation plans. Quote submissions are due April 24, 2026, at 1700 PD.
Scope of Work
The selected contractor will provide professional organizational services to develop a comprehensive implementation plan and budget for the Nevada ShakeAlert EEW System. Key deliverables include:
- Developing a written implementation plan and detailed budget with a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) dictionary.
- Organizing work packages, monitoring progress, and creating a timeline.
- Conducting background research and stakeholder interviews.
- Facilitating the development of sensor network, data processing, and communication/education/outreach plans for Nevada.
- Producing a detailed implementation plan document suitable for publication as a USGS Open-File Report. All services are expected to be provided remotely, with no travel required.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for commercial items.
- Period of Performance: The overall project period is approximately 15 months, from June 1, 2026, to September 30, 2027. The final product is due August 1, 2027, with a near-final draft due June 17, 2027.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business (NAICS Code: 541690, Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services, with a $19M size standard).
- Questions Deadline: April 10, 2026 (addressed by Amendment 0001).
- Quote Submission Deadline: April 24, 2026, at 1700 PD.
- Expected Contract Award: Before May 31, 2026, with a start date of June 1, 2026.
- Published Date: April 15, 2026 (Amendment 0001).
Submission & Evaluation
Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose proposal is most advantageous to the Government. Evaluation factors include:
- Corporate experience and experience of key personnel/subcontractors (minimum 3 years relevant experience).
- Oral presentations (if selected).
- Capability (technical and capacity).
- Past performance.
- Price. Experience and past performance are considered more important factors than price.
A two-step advisory selection procedure will be used: Step 1 requires a firm capabilities statement (up to 4 pages) and 2-4 relevant experience examples (up to 3 pages each). Step 2 involves virtual oral presentations, with further instructions provided after Step 1 advisory notices.
Additional Notes
Offerors must be registered in SAM and provide their Unique Entity Identification (UEI) number. Amendment 0001, posted April 15, 2026, includes a Q&A document clarifying aspects of the SOW, submission requirements, and contract details. There is no incumbent contractor, and a budget ceiling is not disclosed. All amendments must be acknowledged and included with the quote.
Primary Contact: Tracy Huot, thuot@usgs.gov, 916-278-9330.