R-- Annual Maintenance for Kongsberg Demodulators
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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), EROS Center, in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, intends to award a sole source contract for annual maintenance services for seven (7) Kongsberg wide-band demodulators and test generators. This notice serves as an intent to award to Kongsberg Aerospace & Defense, as they are deemed the only source with the proprietary capability to provide the required services. Vendors who believe they can provide similar technical expertise are invited to respond. Responses are due by 12:00 PM EST on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for renewal of maintenance and on-call phone and email support to ensure continuous, optimal performance of the Kongsberg demodulators. Services include:
- Software, firmware, and patch updates
- Technical support as needed
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Intent to Sole Source)
- Period of Performance: October 5, 2026, through October 4, 2031 (five years)
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source Intent)
- Response Due: April 28, 2026, 12:00 PM EST
- Published: April 23, 2026
Sole Source Justification
The proposed action is based on FAR 13.106-1(b)(1), citing only one source reasonably available. Kongsberg Aerospace & Defense, as the original manufacturer, possesses unique technical knowledge and proprietary design details essential for maintaining these assets. They are the only source capable of providing the necessary software, firmware, patch updates, and technical support.
Additional Notes
The USGS will continue to review opportunities to increase competition through market research. Should new demodulators be needed, or if current ones become unsupportable, USGS intends to compete the requirement fully and openly. Interested vendors should contact Miranda Blankenship at Miranda_blankenship@ios.doi.gov.