66--Multi-Parameter Water Quality Sonde IAW Salients FY26 REQ# 15719 SPECIAL ORDER # S26004

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines the "Salient Characteristics" for a "MULTI-PARAMETER WATER QUALITY SONDE." It details the specific technical requirements and features that the government is seeking for this equipment.

• Sonde Specifications: Must be compact, multi-parameter, with at least 5 ports for user-replaceable sensors and a central wiper system.
• Power: External 12 VDC power source required; no internal batteries.
• Sensor Compatibility: Must support a wide range of sensors including temperature, conductivity, pH, dissolved oxygen, turbidity, depth, rhodamine, ORP, total algae, FDOM, total dissolved and suspended solids, ISE ammonium, ISE chloride, and UV nitrate. No depth sensor is included at purchase.
• Communications: Must support SDI-12, RS-485, and wireless Bluetooth.
• Data Logging: Internal data logging capable of storing at least 1,000,000 readings with a sample rate of at least 4 Hz.
• Operating Range: Temperature range from -5 to 50° C.
• Physical Dimensions: No larger than 3.0 inches in diameter and 17 inches in length, weighing no more than 2.5 lbs.
• Features: Auto-recognition of sensors, "wet-mateable" connectors, LED indicators for status, removable bail, and support for anti-fouling accessories.
• Software: Compatible software for managing, visualizing, and organizing field data, including live viewing, sensor calibration, deployment management, and data analysis.
• Included Accessories: Sensor guard, calibration/storage cup, maintenance kit (port/connector plugs, spare o-rings), and tool kit.

This document is critical for bidders to understand the precise technical specifications and functional requirements for the water quality sonde. Vendors must ensure their proposed solutions meet all listed characteristics to be considered compliant.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation (RFQ) for chemical analysis instruments, specifically the YSI, 577503-00 EXO3S Sonde. The government is procuring 6 units of this item.

• Product: YSI, 577503-00 EXO3S Sonde, No Battery, No Depth, 5 Sensor Ports EXO3s w/No Battery Compartment.

• Delivery: 30 Days After Receipt Of Order.

• Product/Service Code: 6630

• Product/Service Description: CHEMICAL ANALYSIS INSTRUMENTS

• The solicitation number is 140G012600048.

• The issue date is 02/09/2026.

• The offer due date is 02/11/2026 at 11:00 AM Eastern Standard Time.

• The NAICS code is 334516 with a size standard of 1,000 employees.

• This acquisition is set aside for Small Business (100.00%).

• Offers must be submitted by the due date specified.

• The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses 52.212-1, 52.212-3, and 52.212-4 by reference, with addenda attached.

• Evaluation will be based on technical compliance and price.

• This acquisition is a 100% small business set-aside.

• For questions regarding this RFQ, contact Cynthia Nicanor at cnicanor@usgs.gov.

• The delivery location is USGS UT WSC, 2329 W Orton Circle, West Valley City UT 84119-2047 US.

• Offerors are instructed to provide specifications of the items they are quoting with their submission.

• The document includes numerous FAR clauses and provisions incorporated by reference, covering various aspects of contract terms, conditions, representations, and certifications.

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This document outlines the ICT Accessibility Requirements Statement per the Revised Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act. It details technical criteria for software and electronic content to ensure accessibility for individuals with disabilities. This document is intended to be incorporated into solicitation requirements documents (SOO, SOW, PWS, etc.).

• Electronic Software Requirements: Specifies that software must conform to Section 508 requirements, interoperate with assistive technology, and have documented accessibility features. It details criteria for non-disruption of accessibility features, programmatic determination of object information, modification of object information, row/column/header identification in data tables, value determination, label relationships, hierarchical relationships, text properties, modification of text, list of actions, focus cursor management, and event notifications.
• Electronic Content Requirements: Outlines accessibility standards for non-public facing electronic content that constitutes official business, including requirements for emergency notifications, decisions, announcements, notices, acknowledgements, surveys, templates, forms, educational materials, and intranet content.
• WCAG Conformance: Mandates conformance to WCAG 2.0 Level A and AA Success Criteria and Conformance Requirements, with specific word substitutions for non-web software and documents.
• General Exceptions: Lists general exceptions to the technical criteria.

Bidders developing software or electronic content for the government must ensure their products comply with these accessibility requirements. This document provides the specific technical standards and criteria that must be met. Failure to comply may render a bid non-responsive. Bidders should consult the Revised 508 Standards Toolkit for further information on the procurement process related to these requirements.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, titled "FISMA 18-Point Checklist – IT Security Guidelines," outlines specific IT security requirements that contractors must adhere to when performing work for the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). It is incorporated by reference into the Statement of Work/Performance Work Statement.

This checklist details various IT security aspects, including:

• Background Investigations and Non-disclosure Agreements.
• Mandatory IT security awareness training and signing Statements of Responsibility.
• Procedures for personnel changes and contractor location restrictions.
• Requirements for security plans, applicable standards (DOI SDLC, NIST SP 800-64), and asset valuation-security categorization.
• Property rights for software and hardware.
• Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V) processes.
• Certification and Accreditation (C&A) requirements for applications and systems.
• Use of an Internet Logon Banner and incident reporting procedures.
• Quality control measures for software and hardware.
• Self-assessment and vulnerability analysis responsibilities.
• Security Controls based on NIST SP 800-53 and FIPS 199/NIST SP 800-60.
• Contingency planning for IT Support Services.

Bidders must carefully review these IT security guidelines to understand the compliance obligations and security measures required for the opportunity. This document directly impacts how services involving access to USGS IT systems, data, or development/maintenance of applications will be performed and secured. Failure to comply with these requirements could affect proposal evaluation and contract performance.