Remote Control System for ADCP IAW Salients

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines the "Salient Characteristics" for a "Remote Control System for Acoustic Doppler Current Profiler (ADCP)". It details the specific requirements for two units of a remote control system compatible with Teledyne RD Instruments RiverRay/RiverPro ADCPs.

• The system must convert ADCP flotation devices into a remote-controlled unmanned surface vehicle (USV).
• Compatibility with Teledyne RD Instruments River Ray/RiverPro ADCPs is required.
• Minimum components include: two propulsion systems (thrusters), a communication/power module, a hand-held remote control with display and joystick, rechargeable batteries/charger(s), mounting hardware, and cabling.
• Performance requirements include a remotely controlled maximum speed of at least 9.5 ft/sec and a cruise speed of at least 4.5 ft/sec.
• The system must include a 2.4 GHz transmitter with a range of at least 300 ft.
• Battery packs must support at least 1.5 hours of continuous operation at cruising speed.
• Assembly should not require special tools, adapters, or modifications to the ADCP float.
• Ruggedized, shockproof cases for transporting all components are required.

This document specifies the technical and performance requirements for the ADCP remote control system. Bidders must ensure their proposed solution meets all listed salient characteristics to be considered compliant.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a "Remote Control System for ADCP IAW Salients Stork, SRS-RP/RR Remote Control Kit for Teledyne RDI RiverPro/RiverRay Trimaran Boat". The product/service code is 6695, and the description is "COMBINATION AND MISCELLANEOUS INSTRUMENTS".

• The primary deliverable is a "Remote Control System for ADCP".

• The system is to be delivered within 30 days after receipt of order.

• The item is described as "BRAND NAME OR EQUAL".

• Offerors are instructed to "PLEASE PROVIDE SPECIFICATIONS OF THE ITEMS YOU ARE QUOTING WITH YOUR SUBMISSION".

• The solicitation number is 140G012600109.

• The issue date is April 13, 2026.

• The offer due date is April 15, 2026, at 11:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time.

• The NAICS code is 334519 with a size standard of 500 employees.

• The contract is set aside for Small Business (100%).

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

• Evaluation will be based on technical compliance and price, with technical and past performance combined being equal to price.

• The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses by reference, including 52.212-1 (Instructions to Offerors), 52.212-2 (Evaluation), and 52.212-3 (Offeror Representations and Certifications).

• This acquisition is 100% set aside for Small Business.

• The point of contact for questions regarding this RFQ is Cynthia Nicanor at cynthia_nicanor@ios.doi.gov.

• Electronic invoicing via the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) is required.

• Several attachments are listed, including ATCH 1 SALIENTS, ATCH 2 508, and ATCH 3 FISMA.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, titled "FISMA 18-Point Checklist – IT Security Guidelines," outlines specific IT security requirements that are incorporated into the Statement of Work/Performance Work Statement for this opportunity. It serves as a checklist to ensure compliance with various security standards and clauses.

This checklist details 18 distinct IT security requirements, including:

• Background Investigations and Non-disclosure Agreements
• Privacy Act System requirements
• Training and Personnel Change notifications
• Contractor Location restrictions
• Applicable Standards (DOI SDLC, NIST SP 800-64)
• Asset Valuation-Security Categorization
• Property Rights for software and data
• Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V)
• Certification & Accreditation (C&A)
• Internet Logon Banner requirements
• Incident Reporting procedures
• Quality Control for software and hardware
• Self-Assessment and Vulnerability Analysis
• Security Controls and Contingency Plans

Bidders must carefully review each point to understand the mandatory IT security obligations. This document directly impacts how services involving IT systems, data, or software development/maintenance must be performed. Compliance with these guidelines, including specific NIST and DOI standards, is crucial for proposal development and contract execution. It highlights the government's emphasis on data protection, system integrity, and adherence to established security protocols.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines the ICT Accessibility Requirements Statement per the Revised Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act. It specifies technical criteria for electronic software and content to ensure compliance with accessibility standards.

• Technical Criteria for Software: Details requirements for software interoperability with assistive technology, documented accessibility features, non-disruption of platform accessibility features, and programmatic determinability of object information, states, properties, values, relationships, text, and actions.
• Technical Criteria for Electronic Content: Specifies compliance with E205 and accessibility standards (WCAG 2.0) for non-public facing agency communications, including specific requirements for various communication types (e.g., emergency notifications, official announcements, forms).
• WCAG Conformance: Mandates conformance to Level A and Level AA Success Criteria and Conformance Requirements in WCAG 2.0, with specific word substitutions for non-web software and documents.
• Applicable Standards: Lists specific WCAG criteria, support documentation, support services, and functional performance criteria that apply.

This document is crucial for bidders developing or providing software and electronic content. It defines the mandatory accessibility standards that must be met. Bidders should carefully review these requirements to ensure their proposed solutions comply with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act, as these requirements will likely be incorporated into solicitation documents (SOO, SOW, PWS, etc.). Failure to meet these accessibility standards could impact proposal evaluation and contract award.