Opportunity
SAM #140G0126Q0194
USGS Intent to Sole Source: Innovasea Next Generation Remote Release Acoustic Receivers
Buyer
USGS Office of Acquisition and Grants
Posted
June 30, 2026
Respond By
July 10, 2026
Identifier
140G0126Q0194
NAICS
334515
The US Geological Survey (USGS) Cooperative Research Units in Orono, ME has announced its intent to purchase next generation remote release acoustic receivers for fish telemetry research. - The procurement is for 10 next generation remote release acoustic receivers. - These receivers are used for tracking fish via acoustic telemetry. - The new receivers must be compatible with existing Innovasea software and firmware. - They must also be able to receive signals from previously tagged fish, ensuring continuity with current research assets. - The new units will replace aging VR2W and VR2AR receivers. - Innovasea is identified as the intended vendor due to compatibility requirements. - This is a notice of intent to award on a sole source basis, not a competitive solicitation. - Interested parties may respond to the Contracting Officer by July 10, 2026. - The opportunity is classified under NAICS 334515 (Instrument Manufacturing for Measuring and Testing Electricity and Electrical Signals) and PSC 5845 (Underwater Sound Equipment).
Description
ACOUSTIC RECEIVER