SAM #140G0326Q0166

Veterinary Services for Surgical Implantation of GPS-GSM Transmitters in Diving Ducks

The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Western Ecological Research Center is seeking qualified providers for specialized veterinary services to support waterfowl research in San Francisco Bay habitats. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), Western Ecological Research Center - Services Requested: - Surgical implantation of up to 100 GPS-GSM radio transmitters in diving ducks over two winter seasons - Postoperative care, including administration of medications - Training of one additional veterinarian in surgical procedures - Advising and supporting the field crew during surgeries - Products: - Government-furnished GPS-GSM radio transmitters (no specific OEMs or part numbers provided) - Unique Requirements: - Surgeries to be performed at USGS field stations and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service refuges - Contractor must provide expert veterinary personnel, demonstrate relevant experience, and possess necessary licenses/certifications - Training component for additional veterinary staff - No specific OEMs or commercial transmitter manufacturers are named in the solicitation, but the work involves handling and implanting advanced telemetry devices.

Description

SOURCES SOUGHTThe U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is conducting market research to determine the availability of qualified businesses capable of providing Veterinary Services as described in the attached Statement of Work (SOW). This Sources Sought announcement is not a request for quote or proposal and the Government is not committed to award of a purchase order or contract pursuant to this announcement. The information resulting from this market research is simply for planning purposes to assist the Government in determining its acquisition strategy. The Government will not pay for any costs incurred in the preparation of information for responding to this notice. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 541940 Veterinary Services and associated size standard $10.0 million annually apply to this announcement along with PSC code R425 Support ¿ Professional - Engineering/Technical. All responsible sources are invited to submit information demonstrating their ability to perform the requirements described in the attached SOW. Responses should include sufficient detail for the Government to assess the vendor's technical capability and relevant experience, including, as applicable, descriptions of similar work performed, qualifications of proposed personnel, available facilities and equipment, applicable licenses or certifications, and any other information the vendor believes demonstrates the ability to successfully perform the required veterinary services. A capabilities statement alone, without supporting information addressing the requirements of the SOW, may not provide sufficient information for the Government to evaluate a respondent's ability to perform.Please respond to elizabeth_adam@ios.doi.gov by Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at 10:00am Pacific Time.

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