SAM #12FPC426Q0055

USDA NRCS Michigan Solicitation for Geophex GEM-2 SKI EMI Sensor System and Training

This opportunity is issued by the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Michigan State Office for the acquisition of a Geophex Ltd. GEM-2 SKI Electromagnetic Induction (EMI) sensor system. - Government Buyer: - USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), Michigan State Office - Farm Production and Conservation Business Center Acquisition Division (FPAC BUS CNTR-ACQ DIV) - OEM Highlight: - Geophex Ltd. is the sole Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) specified - Vendors: - Only Geophex Ltd. or approved sources authorized by the OEM - Products Requested: - GEM-2 SKI Electromagnetic Induction (EMI) sensor complete system - Part number: GEM-2 EMI SENSOR - Quantity: 1 - Includes data cable, storage, multiple receiver coils, temperature compensation, Bluetooth data transfer - Optional accessories: rechargeable battery pack (25 hours operation), expandable calibration pole, protective capsule for trailer mounting - Services Requested: - Three (3) hours of remote technical training for instrument setup and familiarization - Unique Requirements: - Brand-name only procurement; no substitutes or equivalents allowed - Delivery required within 60 days after award - Small business set-aside under NAICS code 334519 - Instrument must support both walking and vehicle-mounted survey methods - Price hold period for offers is 90 days - Application: - Sensor will be used for soil surveys, geotechnical engineering, cultural resource reviews, agriculture, archaeology, and soil sciences

Description

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Part 12. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation. Quotations are being requested and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.

Solicitation number 12FPC426Q0055 is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Geophex Ltd. GEM-2 SKI EMI Sensor W/Data Cable and Storage.

This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. The applicable North American Industry Classification Standard Code is 334519 – Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing The small business size standard is 600 employees This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which will be considered by the agency.

Statement of Requirement: NRCS Michigan is requesting the purchase of the Geophex Ltd. GEM-2 SKI EMI sensor for soil surveys and investigations, geotechnical engineering, and cultural resource reviews. This requirement includes the use of brand-name description without allowing for “equal” products.  Please reference Product Description/Specifications (Attachment 1) for detailed narrative.

Award Type: It is anticipated that a firm-fixed price requirements contract will be awarded as a result of this synopsis/solicitation. The Government intends to make one award from this solicitation. Therefore, to be considered responsive, contractors must submit pricing for all items.

Evaluation and Basis for Award: The provision at FAR 52.212-2, Evaluation—Commercial Products and Commercial Services is not applicable to this solicitation. In lieu of this provision, quotes will be evaluated in accordance with FAR 12.203 based on the criteria listed below. Award will be made to the offeror representing the best value to the Government.

The Government intends to make an award to the lowest priced technically acceptable offeror.

Questions: Questions shall be submitted via email to tamara.sawyer@usda.gov and are due no later than August 20, 2026 at 12:00 PM Eastern Time. This will ensure enough time to respond before the solicitation period ends. Please include the solicitation name and number as the subject line of the email. 

RFQ Response Date: Quote in response to the RFQ MUST be E-mailed to tamara.sawyer@usda.gov and oksana.strekha@usda.gov no later than 12:00PM EST on August 31, 2026. SUBJECT LINE: Quotation for 12FPC426Q0055, NRCS MI – Lab Equipment. Quote must contain the name, phone number, and email address of the individual to be contacted concerning any matter related to the solicitation. Quote is to be inclusive of all line items as noted on Attachment 2 – Price Schedule for consideration.

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