7E--IMT Aperture Card Scanner
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Bureau of Reclamation is conducting a Sources Sought Notice for market research to identify potential sources capable of providing an Aperture Card Scanner and associated services. This notice aims to determine the appropriate acquisition strategy, including potential small business set-aside. Responses are due June 10, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for an Aperture Card Scanner with specific minimum salient characteristics:
- Performance: Fast, high-performance, 100–600 DPI image quality, ability to scan up to 300 cards, 300-card automated batch feed.
- Output: Bitonal and grayscale image output, file formats including TIFF, JPG, and PDF.
- Features: Hollerith code reading, two-dimensional dynamic thresholding, auto-rescan functionality, and Smartscan Software.
Associated services include:
- Onsite hardware/software installation.
- Operator training (web-based or equivalent).
- Twelve (12) months of depot-level maintenance covering parts and labor.
The delivery location is the Bureau of Reclamation, 2800 Cottage Way, Room W1728, Sacramento, CA 95825.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research for potential small business set-aside)
- Response Due: June 10, 2026, at 10:00 AM PDT
- Published: June 3, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested vendors must submit a capability statement demonstrating their ability to meet the specified requirements. Responses shall include:
- Company name, business size status, UEI/Cage code.
- Confirmation of ability to meet all salient characteristics and service requirements. Submissions should be sent electronically to Davinder Kullar at davinder_kullar@ios.doi.gov.
Additional Notes
This is solely for market research and is not a solicitation or commitment to award.