Remote Control Systems for ADCP's IAW Salients
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) California Water Science Centers require Remote Control Systems for Acoustic Doppler Current Profilers (ADCPs) to convert them into unmanned surface vehicles (USVs). This Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity, Solicitation 140G0126Q0036, seeks specific "Stork" brand remote control kits for StreamPro and RiverPro/RiverRay ADCPs. Delivery is required within 30 days to Eureka and Sacramento, CA. Quotes are due by February 10, 2026, at 11:00 AM EST.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for two types of remote control kits:
- Stork, SRS-SP Remote Control Kit for Stream Pro ADCP: Must be compatible with Teledyne RD Instruments StreamPro ADCP, enabling remote-controlled USV operation. Key features include a propulsion system, communication/power module, hand-held remote with display and joystick (2.4 GHz, 300 ft range), rechargeable batteries (1.5 hours at cruising speed), mounting hardware, and cabling. Required operating speeds are a maximum of 5.0 ft/sec and a cruise speed of 3 ft/sec.
- Stork, SRS-RP/RR Remote Control Kit for RiverPro/RiverRay ADCP: Must be compatible with Teledyne RD Instruments RiverRay/RiverPro ADCPs, with similar components and features as the StreamPro kit. Required operating speeds are a maximum of 9.5 ft/sec and a cruise speed of 4.5 ft/sec. Both kits must include ruggedized, shockproof transport cases and require no special tools for ADCP float assembly. Delivery is to specific USGS locations in Eureka, CA, and Sacramento, CA.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation (Request for Quote - RFQ)
- Solicitation Number: 140G0126Q0036
- Agency: U.S. Geological Survey, Department of the Interior
- Product Service Code: 6695 (Combination And Miscellaneous Instruments)
- NAICS Code: 334511 (Size Standard: 1350 employees)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Published Date: February 6, 2026
- Questions Due: February 9, 2026, 11:00 AM EST
- Quotes Due: February 10, 2026, 11:00 AM EST
- Anticipated Award Date: February 28, 2026
- Delivery: Within 30 days after receipt of order.
Evaluation
Award will be based on technical compliance and price, with technical and past performance being equal in importance to price. Offerors must provide specifications of the items being quoted.
Additional Notes
This acquisition incorporates several critical compliance requirements:
- FISMA: Bidders must adhere to stringent IT security guidelines, including background investigations, NDAs, Privacy Act compliance, security awareness training, incident reporting, and adherence to NIST SP 800-53.
- Section 508: If applicable, Information and Communication Technology (ICT) must meet Revised Section 508 accessibility standards, including WCAG 2.0 Level A and AA conformance for software and electronic content.
- Registration: Vendors must be registered in SAM.gov to be considered for award.
- Contact: Questions should be emailed to Cynthia Nicanor at cnicanor@usgs.gov.