58--Trident Acoustic Receiver & Accessories Brand Name

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the procurement of Acoustic Telemetry Systems, including acoustic receivers, hydrophones, and transmitters, for monitoring fish movements. The government is seeking to procure these items to meet specific technical requirements.

• Acoustic Receivers (14 each): Must be shore-based, autonomous, capable of collecting and interpreting temperature, pressure, and accelerometer data. Must be JSATS compatible, operate from an external 12 VDC power source, include GPS monitoring, have a real-time clock, a frequency tolerance of +/- 0.5%, horizontal/vertical plane deviation of 4dB or less, a memory card (at least 32 GB), a NEMA type 4X enclosure, and operate within a temperature range of 0 to 500 C. Must include applicable software.

• Hydrophones (14 each): Must be compatible with the receiver and be waterproof with a 50 ft. cable.

• Acoustic Transmitters (5 each): Must be compatible with the receiver, cylindrical, injectable, JSATS program compliant, have a tag life of at least 100 days, employ Binary Phase Shifted Key pulse code techniques, be user configurable for pulse rate interval, code ID, and duty cycle, embed temperature measurements, be capable of hibernating, have a message transmission of no more than 750 microseconds, operate from 0 to 310 C, and be no larger than 0.59" x .13" and weigh no more than 0.21 g.

• RS-232 Extension Cables (14 each): For data transmission between acoustic devices and the monitoring system.

• Reference for Acoustic Transmitter (14 each): JSATS compatible transmitter for validation and telemetry.

• Quality Control: All software/hardware must be free of malicious code; validation must be written into the contract.

• Contract Type: Not explicitly stated, but implies a contract award.

• Period of Performance: Estimated from 04/03/2026 to 05/14/2026.

• Estimated Value: Not stated.

• Submission Instructions: Offers must be submitted by the due date of 03/27/2026 at 10:00 AM PD time. Offers must be signed and dated, and include the solicitation number, offeror's name and address, technical description, warranty terms, price, discount terms, "remit to" address, representations and certifications (FAR 52.212-3), and acknowledgment of amendments.

• Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose offer conforming to the solicitation is most advantageous to the Government, considering price and other factors. Evaluation factors include Technical Approach/Capability (Technically Acceptable) and Price (lowest priced quote that is technically acceptable).

• Key Deadlines: Offer Due Date: 03/27/2026.

• Set-Aside: This acquisition is marked as UNRESTRICTED.

• NAICS Code: 334510 (Size Standard: 1,250 employees).

• Contact: Dayna Parkin at 703-648-7374 or dayna_parkin@ios.doi.gov for solicitation information.

• Attachments: B08 Attachment 1 Redacted Brand Name Sole Source dated 03/20/2026 is listed.

• Clauses: Numerous FAR clauses are incorporated by reference, including those related to System for Award Management (SAM), contract terms and conditions, representations and certifications, and small business concerns.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Brand Name Justification and Approval for Acquisition under the Simplified Acquisition Threshold. The Department of the Interior, United States Geological Survey, California Water Science Center, is requesting a new firm-fixed price contract for an Acoustic Receiver System and accessories from Advanced Telemetry Systems (ATS).

• One-time purchase of an Acoustic Receiver System.

• System includes: Trident Acoustic Receiver, Remote Shore-based, Hydrophone (50 ft cable), SS400-SB Acoustic Transmitter (Injectable, BR306), RS-232 Ext. Modem Cable, and Acoustic Trans, JSATS, Reference.

• The items must be fully compatible with the existing program's telemetry infrastructure, including physical interoperability, software/firmware integration, and alignment with the current network and data architecture.

• Contract Type: Firm-fixed price.

• Estimated Dollar Value: Redacted.

• This acquisition is proposed as a sole source action under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1) because ATS is the only source capable of meeting the Government's requirements due to the need for full compatibility with the existing JSATS-based telemetry network.

• Introducing another vendor would require extensive reprogramming and integration efforts, creating unacceptable operational and lifecycle risks.

• Not applicable as this is a sole source justification.

• A Sources Sought notice was posted on SAM.gov on February 18, 2025, with a response deadline of February 20, 2026. One response was received and assessed, confirming the vendor could provide the necessary items.

• Future procurements will aim for maximum competition, with market research to identify valid sources.

• The price will be determined reasonable through comparison of previous purchases.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines the "Salient Characteristics" for an Acoustic Telemetry System required for monitoring fish movements. It details the specific technical requirements for acoustic receivers, hydrophones, acoustic transmitters, and associated accessories.

Acoustic Receivers (14 ea.):

• Shore-based, autonomous, capable of collecting temperature, pressure, and accelerometer data.
• JSATS compatible.
• Operates from external 12 VDC power.
• GPS monitoring with external antenna and cable.
• Real-time clock corrected via GPS.
• Frequency tolerance: +/- 0.5% or less.
• Horizontal/vertical plane deviation: 4dB or less.
• Memory: 32 GB Secure Digital High Capacity card.
• Enclosure: NEMA type 4X, max size 11.0” x 7.5” x 4.75”, max weight 3 lbs.
• Communication: USB and RS-232 ports.
• Operating temperature: 0 to 50° C.
• Includes temperature sensor and cable.
• Includes applicable software.

Hydrophone (14 ea.):

• Compatible with receiver.
• Waterproof with 50 ft. cable and compatible mating connector.

Acoustic Transmitter (5 ea.):

• Compatible with receiver.
• Cylindrical, injectable, JSATS program compliant.
• Tag life: at least 100 days after activation.
• Pulse code: Binary Phase Shifted Key, >65,000 individual IDs.
• User configurable pulse rate interval, code ID, and duty cycle.
• Embeds temperature measurements.
• Capable of hibernation.
• Message transmission: <= 750 microseconds.
• Operating temperature: 0 to 31° C.
• Size: <= 0.59” x .13”, weight: <= 0.21 g.

RS-232 Extension Cable (14 ea.):

• For data transmission between acoustic devices and monitoring system.

Reference for Acoustic Transmitter (14 ea.):

• JSATS compatible reference transmitter for validation.

This document defines the minimum technical specifications and quantities for the Acoustic Telemetry System. Bidders must ensure their proposed systems meet or exceed these salient characteristics to be considered compliant. It directly informs the technical proposal and system design requirements.