Opportunity
SAM #140G0126Q0302
USGS Solicitation for High-Resolution Multibeam Sonar System (Norbit Winghead X Series or Equal)
Buyer
USGS Office of Acquisition and Grants
Posted
September 16, 2026
Respond By
September 21, 2026
Identifier
140G0126Q0302
NAICS
334511, 541360
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), Columbia Environmental Research Center, is seeking quotations for a high-resolution multibeam sonar system for freshwater vessel surveys. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), Columbia Environmental Research Center - Contracting Officer: Patrick Anderson - OEMs and Vendors: - Norbit (OEM of the Winghead X series Multibeam Echo Sounder) - Products/Services Requested: - One (1) high-resolution multibeam sonar system (Norbit Winghead X series or equal) - Minimum 512 beams - Resolution: 0.5 x 0.9 at 400 kHz, 0.3 x 0.5 at 700 kHz - Adaptive ping rate up to 60Hz - Integrated GNSS and INS (0.2° heading accuracy, 0.01° pitch/roll accuracy) - 10 mm or better depth resolution - Outputs bathymetry and backscatter data - Waterproof sonar processor (IP67) - Sonar head and bracket weight less than 7.5 kg in water - One (1) lightweight carbon fiber mounting pole - Ready for vessel mounting, 2 m antenna mount spread, LiDAR mounting plate - One (1) manufacturer-certified, multi-day onsite training for USGS technicians - Covers sonar use, theory, installation, data acquisition, and processing - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Brand name or equal to Norbit Winghead X series - System must be lightweight and portable for easy transport and installation - All vendors must be registered in SAM with a valid UEI - Compliance with federal supply chain and security regulations - Training must be provided onsite by manufacturer-certified personnel
Description
RFQ MULTIBEAM ECHOSOUNDER Brand Name or EqualThis is a combined synopsis/solicitation for a commercial product and services prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.201-1, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This RFQ constitutes the only solicitation; quotations are being requested and a written solicitation is being issued, which can be found on www.sam.gov. The solicitation number is 140G0126Q0302 and is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ).This RFQ is set aside for small business concerns.The US Geological Survey (USGS) is requesting discounted open-market firm-fixed price quotation packages for a Brand Name Norbit Winghead X series Multibeam Echo Sounder with PORTUS universal, transportable gunnel mounting system or EqualAll vendors who can meet this requirement have a valid SAM UEI Number and are registered in the System for Award Management are invited to submit electronic quotes for this posted RFQ.All questions shall be submitted via email to the Contract Specialist, Patrick Anderson, at Patrick_anderson@ios.doi.gov no later than 09:00AM Eastern, Friday, September 18, 2026. Please include the solicitation number in the subject.Quotation packages are due via email to the Contract Specialist, Patrick Anderson, at Patrick_anderson@ios.doi.gov no later than 9:00 AM Eastern, Monday, September 21, 2026.