Power Comm Module & Float Platform IAW Salients

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines the ICT Accessibility Requirements Statement per the Revised Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act. It details the technical criteria and standards that software and electronic content must meet to ensure accessibility.

• General Exceptions: Outlines exceptions to the technical criteria.
• Technical Criteria for Software (E207):
  • Requires conformance to E207 and Chapter 5.
  • Mandates WCAG 2.0 Level A and AA conformance for user interface components and content.
  • Specifies word substitutions for "Web page" to "software" when applying WCAG to non-web software.
  • Requires complete processes in non-web software to conform to WCAG 2.0.
• Technical Criteria for Electronic Content (E205):
  • Requires conformance to E205.
  • Specifies accessibility requirements for non-public facing official business communications.
  • Includes word substitutions for "Web page" to "document" when applying WCAG to non-web documents.
  • Lists applicable standards including WCAG A & AA Success Criteria (with specific exceptions), Support Documentation, Support Services, and Functional Performance Criteria.
• Technical Criteria for Software (E501, E502, E503):
  • Software must interoperate with assistive technology and conform to 502.
  • Requires documented accessibility features, no disruption of platform accessibility features.
  • Details requirements for object information, modification of object information, row/column/header determination, value determination, label relationships, hierarchical relationships, text, modification of text, list of actions, actions on objects, focus cursor, modification of focus cursor, and event notification.
  • Applications must conform to 503 and permit user preferences for color, contrast, font type/size, and focus cursor.

This document is crucial for bidders developing or providing software or electronic content. It defines the mandatory accessibility standards that must be met. Bidders should carefully review these requirements to ensure their proposals and deliverables comply with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act. The document also references the Revised 508 Standards Toolkit for further information on the procurement process.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation (RFQ) for the procurement of specific equipment. The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is seeking offers for the items listed.

• Item 00010: Sontek, 10-0673 2.4 GHz Antenna (Omni-directional Whip Antenna, 2 dBi). Product/Service Code: 6665. Description: HAZARD-DETECTING INSTRUMENTS AND APPARATUS.

• Item 00020: Sontek, PCM3-RTK 2.4 GHz Power Communications Module for M9 RiverSurveyor. Product/Service Code: 6665. Description: HAZARD-DETECTING INSTRUMENTS AND APPARATUS.

• Item 00030: Sontek, HB2-MAX Hydroboard II-Max for RiverSurveyor M9. Product/Service Code: 6665. Description: HAZARD-DETECTING INSTRUMENTS AND APPARATUS.

• Delivery is required within 30 days after receipt of order.

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

• The solicitation number is 140G0126Q0173.

• The solicitation issue date is 06/03/2026.

• The offer due date is 06/08/2026 at 11:00 AM EDT.

• The contract type is not explicitly stated, but it is a Request for Quotation (RFQ).

• Offers must be submitted by the due date and time specified.

• The evaluation criteria will be based on lowest priced technically acceptable quote.

• The solicitation includes FAR clauses and provisions that offerors must address, including those related to small business representations and certifications.

• The acquisition is listed as UNRESTRICTED.

• NAICS code is 334511 with a size standard of 1350 employees.

• Contact for solicitation information: Cynthia Nicanor at cynthia_nicanor@ios.doi.gov.

• The delivery destination is USGS, 3745 South Jackson, Suite A, San Angelo TX 76903.

• Attachments referenced include ATCH 1 SALIENTS, ATCH 2 508, and ATCH 3 FISMA, all dated 06/01/2026.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This document outlines the salient characteristics for a Power Communications Module and Floatation Platform.

1 ea. Power Communication Module:

• Must be compatible with Sontek RiverSurveyor Systems.
• Must include a GNSS receiver supporting RTK-GPS and multi-GNSS tracking.
• Must include 2.4 GHz radio communications.
• Must support auto-switching between DGPS and RTK modes.
• Must operate from standard AA batteries.
• Must operate in temperatures from at least -30 to 70° C.
• Must support communications with applicable RiverSurveyor discharge measurement software.

6 ea. Antenna:

• Must be omni-directional (whip style).
• Must be compatible with the Power Communication module.
• Must have a gain of 2 dBi and a frequency range of 2.4 GHz.

1 ea. Floatation Platform:

• Must be compatible with the Power Communications Module.
• Must be equipped with a tether and facilities for mounting a Sontek M9 RiverSurveyor system.
• Must have a bright high-visibility, fluorescent coating.
• Must be unsinkable and designed to resist flipping and diving.
• Must be no larger than 52" in length and weigh no more than 20 lbs.
• Must be capable of supporting speeds up to at least 5 m/sec.

Not specified in this document.

None explicitly stated beyond the technical characteristics.

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 serves as a checklist to ensure compliance with various security standards and clauses, particularly "Security Requirements: Facility Access and Information Technology."

• Background Investigations: Requirement for contractor personnel.
• Non-disclosure Agreements: Mandatory for employees accessing USGS systems.
• Privacy Act: Guidelines for handling personal information protected by the Privacy Act.
• Training: Mandatory end-user computer security awareness training for employees.
• Personnel Changes: Notification requirements for employee reassignments or departures.
• Contractor Location: Restrictions on performing services outside the United States.
• Applicable Standards: Adherence to DOI System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and NIST standards.
• Asset Valuation-Security Categorization: Procedures for categorizing USGS systems.
• Property Rights: Defines government rights in software and data.
• Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V): Requirements for software testing.
• Certification & Accreditation (C&A): Procedures for certifying and accrediting applications and systems.
• Internet Logon Banner: Mandates approved warning banners for system access.
• Incident Reporting: Procedures for reporting computer security incidents.
• Quality Control: Requirements for software and hardware to be free of malicious code.
• Self-Assessment: Annual self-assessment requirement for contractors.
• Vulnerability Analysis: Government responsibility for conducting vulnerability analysis.
• Security Controls: Compliance with NIST SP 800-53 and FIPS 199.
• Contingency Plan: Requirement for IT support services.

This document is critical for bidders to understand the IT security obligations and compliance requirements associated with the opportunity. It details the standards, procedures, and responsibilities related to data protection, system access, personnel security, and incident response that will be incorporated into the Statement of Work or Performance Work Statement. Bidders must assess their ability to meet these stringent requirements when preparing their proposals.