R--U OF VERMONT FY26
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, has issued an Intent to Award Notice for the operation of a NADP/NTN wet atmospheric monitoring station. This is a sole source requirement, with the USGS intending to award a contract to the University of Vermont. Vendors who believe they can meet the requirement must contact the Contract Specialist by March 27, 2026, at 1:00 PM EDT.
Scope of Work
The required services include:
- Weekly site visits to collect, process, and ship precipitation samples.
- Collection, processing, and transmission of associated data, including precipitation gage records.
- Routine instrument checks, maintenance, and repairs.
Contract Details
- Type: Special Notice (Intent to Award / Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition - FAR 13.1)
- Intended Awardee: University of Vermont (sole source)
- Product/Service Code: R702 (Data Collection Services)
- Department/Agency: Interior / US GEOLOGICAL SURVEY
Submission & Evaluation
The Hydrologic Networks Branch requests a sole source contract with the University of Vermont due to unique access restrictions. The operating organization (University of Vermont) does not allow third-party vendors to operate the site or access the land/equipment. Access is restricted to trusted individuals with an existing professional relationship, specifically University of Vermont employees, as the land is owned by the university.
Vendors who believe they have a similar product or capability that can meet this requirement are invited to contact Patrick Anderson, Contract Specialist, via email at patrick_anderson@ios.doi.gov.
Key Dates
- Response Due: March 27, 2026, by 1:00 PM EDT
- Published Date: March 20, 2026