66--Refrigerated Water Samplers IAW Salients FY26 REQ# 15744 SPECIAL ORDER # S26014
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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.
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- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
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Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The U.S. Geological Survey (Department of Interior) has issued an Award Notice for the procurement of Refrigerated Water Samplers and associated components. This opportunity was designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The award date is May 20, 2026.
Scope of Work
This procurement covers two (2) Teledyne ISCO Model 6712FR Refrigerated Samplers (120 VAC, 60 Hz) along with a 24-bottle configuration kit, a 3/8" x 2' vinyl suction line, and five pieces of pump tubing. The samplers are designed for outdoor, corrosive environments and must meet specific salient characteristics:
- Sampler Unit: Refrigerated to preserve samples at 39°F (4°C), corrosion and UV-resistant, built-in heater, SDI-12 compatible, at least 512 KB memory, and capacity for 24 polypropylene 1-liter bottles. Dry weight not to exceed 165 lbs.
- Pump: Capable of 25 ft lifting capacity, automatic head height compensation, and a sample delivery velocity of at least 2 ft/sec.
- Controller: Non-volatile ROM, operational range of 32°F to 120°F, NEMA 4X/6 (IP67) enclosure, and clock accuracy of at least 1 minute per month.
- Operations: Programmable sample volumes (10-9,990 ml), various sampling modes (time, flow, event), automatic rinsing, and program storage for at least five sampling programs.
Contract Details
- Agency: U.S. Geological Survey (Department of Interior)
- Opportunity Type: Award Notice (following an RFQ)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business (FAR 19.5)
- Product Service Code: 6695 (Combination and Miscellaneous Instruments)
- NAICS: 334519, Size Standard: 600 employees
- Delivery: 30 Days After Receipt of Order
- Award Date: May 20, 2026
Special Requirements
- IT Security (FISMA): The contract incorporates an 18-Point Checklist for IT security, requiring compliance with standards such as NIST SP 800-53, FIPS 199, and NIST SP 800-60. This includes requirements for background investigations, non-disclosure agreements, Privacy Act compliance, and incident reporting.
- Accessibility (Section 508): Adherence to ICT Accessibility Requirements for any software or electronic content, ensuring compliance with WCAG 2.0 Level A and AA Success Criteria and interoperability with assistive technology.
Contact Information
For further information, contact Daniel Galvin at dgalvin@usgs.gov or 703-648-7397.