SAM #140R6026Q0086

Market Research for Autonomous eDNA Auto Sampler Units and Accessories

The Bureau of Reclamation, Great Plains Regional Office (Department of the Interior), is seeking information from vendors for the supply of autonomous eDNA auto sampler units for water sampling and environmental DNA analysis. - Government Buyer: - Bureau of Reclamation, Great Plains Regional Office (Department of the Interior) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; opportunity is open to qualified manufacturers of analytical laboratory instruments - Products Requested: - 2 autonomous eDNA auto sampler units - Modular system for filtration, preservation, and water collection - Integrated RFID or equivalent for sample traceability - Bluetooth and/or satellite communication capability - Minimum 3+ hour pumping runtime, up to 30 days deployment on battery - Rugged, water-resistant, GPS compatible - 4 rechargeable 12.8V 22.5Ah Lithium Iron Phosphate battery packs - 2 battery chargers - 2 solar panel chargers (if available) - Intake hoses, connectors, strainers (included with each unit) - Filters for sterilization (compatible with autoclave or bleach) - 2 custom carrying cases - Shipping straps - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Sample traceability via RFID or equivalent - Autonomous or tethered operation - Swappable batteries for extended deployment - Compatibility with sterilization protocols - Ruggedized and water-resistant design for remote field use - Bluetooth/satellite communication and GPS compatibility - No part numbers or specific brands are referenced; requirements are performance-based and open to multiple OEMs.

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NOTICE: THIS IS NOT A SOLICITATION, BUT RATHER A SOURCES SOUGHT SYNOPSIS TO DETERMINE POTENTIAL SOURCES FOR INFORMATION AND PLANNING PURPOSES ONLY. NO FORMAL SOLICITATION EXISTS AT THIS TIME.The Bureau of Reclamation (USBR) is conducting market research to determine the availability of qualified businesses capable of providing eDNA Auto Samplers as detailed within Attachment 1.The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 334516 Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing with an associated size standard of 1,000 applying to this announcement.RESPONSES SHOULD INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:1. Business Name and Address2. Point of Contact to include E-Mail Address and Telephone Number3. Unique Entity ID (UEI)4. Business Size and Type: 8(a), HUBZone, Women-owned, Service-Disabled Veteran- Owned, Small Business, Large Businesses, etc.The purpose of this notice is to gain knowledge of interest, capabilities and qualifications of potential vendors for solicitation planning purposes only. This is NOT a request for quotes and is NOT to be construed as a commitment by the Government. Responses to this notice will be used by the Government to make appropriate acquisition decisions. All interested sources must respond to future solicitation announcements separately from responses to this Sources Sought notice. No reimbursement will be made for any costs associated with providing information in response to this notice.When it is determined that a formal solicitation will be issued, a Solicitation Notice will be posted on SAM.gov Federal Contract Opportunities at https://sam.gov.All responses to this Sources Sought Notice shall be emailed to the Contract Specialist, Monte Baird at monte_baird@ios.doi.gov by 3:00 PM (MDT) on June 18, 2026.Only electronic responses will be accepted. No proposals or quotes shall be accepted in response to this Sources Sought Notice.For any questions regarding this Sources Sought Notice, please email the Contract Specialist.

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