USGS Wildlife Satellite Tags

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the procurement of "Wildlife Satellite Tags" and related items. The government is seeking firm-fixed discounted pricing for these items.

• Wildlife Satellite Tags (ETOB than PinPoint Argos Solar Tags)

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• Satellite Tag Reader

• The RFQ specifies "30 Days After Receipt of Order" for delivery.

• The contract type is implied to be firm-fixed price.

• Quotations are due by 1300 ED on 05/12/2026.

• Offers are to be submitted to the issuing office in Block 5a.

• The evaluation criteria is "lowest price technically acceptable."

• The government will award to the vendor submitting the lowest priced technically acceptable quote.

• Offers must be held firm for 30 calendar days from the date specified for receipt of offers.

• The document indicates "IS NOT A SMALL BUSINESS SET-ASIDE."

• The solicitation references "attached Technical Specifications" and "applicable clauses" which bidders must adhere to.

• Several FAR clauses are incorporated by reference, including those related to System for Award Management (SAM), Buy American, and various representations and certifications.

• Payment will be made via Electronic Funds Transfer through the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP).

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Accessibility Requirements Statement per Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act. It details the standards that ICT procured, developed, maintained, or used by agencies must conform to, specifically referencing the Revised 508 Standards.

• E201 Application: ICT must conform to Revised 508 Standards.

• E206 Hardware: Hardware components with a user interface must conform to Chapter 4 requirements.

• E208 Support Documentation and Services: Support documentation and services for ICT must conform to Chapter 6 requirements.

• E302 Functional Performance Criteria: Details specific accessibility requirements related to vision, hearing, speech, manipulation, reach, strength, and cognitive/learning abilities.

• Offerors must provide an Accessibility Conformance Report (ACR) for each ICT item using the Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT) Version 2.1 or later.

• ACRs must address applicable Section 508 requirements, detailing how ICT meets standards.

• "Not Applicable" responses must be explained.

• Offerors must describe evaluation methods used to support conformance claims.

• The agency reserves the right to perform testing to validate conformance claims.

• Offerors must describe their approach to universal design and plans for features that do not fully conform.

• Offerors must describe typical user scenarios, including those with disabilities.

• The government may test ICT items prior to acceptance to validate Section 508 conformance claims.

• If claims are inaccurate, the offeror may be required to remediate the delivered item.

This document is critical for bidders to understand the accessibility compliance requirements for any ICT products or services offered. It dictates the format and content of required accessibility documentation (ACR/VPAT) and outlines the government's expectations and validation process for Section 508 compliance.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a technical specification for a Request for Quotation (RFQ) from the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) for the purchase of 20 PinPoint Argos Solar tags. The primary purpose is to support a field program by the Idaho Cooperative Fisheries Research Unit for monitoring the movements and nesting locations of Ridgway's rails in California. This research is associated with endangered species, contaminant risk, avian ecology, nesting success, and movement patterns.

• 20 PinPoint Argos Solar tags

• Tag mass: 6.6 g or less (based on 3% body mass threshold)

• GPS enabled for precise location tracking in remote areas

• Compatible with Argos satellite platform, with remote data delivery capability

• Customizable collection schedule for battery conservation

• Backpack harness attachment style

• Waterproof

• Solar powered

• Capable of operating at high environmental temperatures

• Delivery Timeframe: 30 days

• Delivery Address: US Geological Survey, 875 Perimeter Dr MS 1141, Moscow, ID 83844

• Delivery Point of Contact: To Be Announced (TBA)

This document outlines technical specifications; specific submission and evaluation criteria are not detailed within this attachment.

Not specified in this document.

The USGS emphasizes that this procurement supports critical research in endangered species conservation, avian ecology, and contaminant risks, and aligns with IT transformation goals.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, titled "FISMA 18-Point Checklist – IT Security Guidelines," outlines specific IT security requirements that contractors must adhere to when working with the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). These requirements are incorporated into the Statement of Work/Performance Work Statement.

• Background Investigations: Contractors must undergo background investigations.
• Non-disclosure Agreements: Required for employees accessing USGS systems or sensitive data.
• Training: Employees must complete DOI end-user computer security awareness training and sign a Statement of Responsibility.
• Personnel Changes: Contractors must notify the COR immediately of employee reassignments or departures.
• Contractor Location: Services generally cannot be performed outside the United States without express written permission.
• Applicable Standards: Contractors must follow DOI System Development Life Cycle (SDLC), NIST SP 800-64, and DOI SDLC Security Integration Guide.
• Asset Valuation-Security Categorization: Requirements for determining security categorization based on mission impact, data sensitivity, risk level, and criticality.
• Property Rights: Outlines government rights in software acquired.
• Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V): Specifies government or contractor responsibilities for software verification.
• Certification & Accreditation (C&A): Details C&A requirements for applications and systems, including adherence to NIST and DOI guidelines.
• Internet Logon Banner: Mandates the use of a USGS-approved logon banner for web-based applications.
• Incident Reporting: Contractors must report computer security incidents according to DOI guidelines.
• Quality Control: Purchased software/hardware must be free of malicious code.
• Self-Assessment: Contractors must conduct annual self-assessments.
• Vulnerability Analysis: Government or contractors will conduct vulnerability analyses on USGS systems.
• Security Controls: Compliance with NIST SP 800-53, Rev.1, and FIPS 199/NIST SP 800-60 is required.
• Contingency Plan: Submission of a contingency plan is required for IT Support Services.

This document is critical for bidders to understand the comprehensive IT security obligations and compliance requirements associated with the opportunity. It details specific standards, training, reporting, and control measures that will be part of the contract, impacting resource allocation and operational procedures.