66--Portable Liquid Sampler IAW Salients FY26 REQ# 15760 HIF STK# 7042552
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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 US Geological Survey (USGS), under the Department of the Interior, issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ), Solicitation Number 140G0126Q0120, for Portable Liquid Samplers. This opportunity was a Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) and sought the ISCO 6712 SAMPLER (Brand Name or Equal) along with specific components. The submission deadline for quotations was April 30, 2026, 11:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time.
Scope of Work
This RFQ required the provision of 20 each Portable Liquid Samplers, specifically the ISCO 6712 SAMPLER (p/n 68-6710-070) or an equal product, including a coupler (60-3709-002) and a power cable (60-1394-023). The samplers are intended for collecting water quality samples at various gaging stations across the US.
Key salient characteristics for the Portable Liquid Sampler included:
- A controller and pump.
- Support for 24 each 1-liter polypropylene bottles and 24 each 350 ml glass bottles.
- Programmability for different sample frequencies and volumes.
- A built-in SDI-12 interface with a window.
- An adjustable air purge feature.
- A lift capability of at least 28 feet.
- An enclosure with an IP rating of at least IP67.
- At least 512KB of memory.
- Operation from external 12 VDC power.
- A liquid detection sensor.
- A 3/8-inch tube intake and coupler.
- An external 12 VDC power cable (minimum 6-foot long).
- A bottle retaining ring.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Request for Quotation (RFQ)
- Product/Service Code: 6630 (Chemical Analysis Instruments)
- NAICS Code: 334519 (Size Standard: 600 employees)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business (100%)
- Quantity: 20 Each
- Delivery: 30 Days After Receipt of Order
Submission & Evaluation
Offerors were required to submit quotations using the SF 1449 form to the specified office, providing specifications of the items being quoted. Evaluation typically includes technical compliance and price for commercial items.
Contact Information
For questions regarding this solicitation, contact Cynthia Nicanor at cynthia_nicanor@ios.doi.gov. The primary contact listed for the opportunity is Daniel Galvin at dgalvin@usgs.gov or 703-648-7397.