7G--Acoustic Receiver/Datalogger System
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 market research through a Sources Sought Notice to identify vendors capable of providing an Acoustic Receiver/Datalogger System for fish monitoring within the Central Valley Project (CVP). The requirement is for twelve (12) units of a system equivalent to the Lotek WHS4350L, or the Lotek WHS4350L itself. This notice is for market research purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. Responses are due by June 12, 2026, 10 AM PDT.
Scope of Work
The Government seeks an acoustic receiver/datalogger system for remote deployment locations requiring long-duration autonomous operation. Key requirements include:
- Compatibility: Must be fully compatible with the Government's existing Lotek acoustic telemetry system, including software, tags/transmitters, data formats, and associated infrastructure, without requiring modification or replacement.
- Minimum Salient Characteristics:
- Battery life: ≥200 days (4 lithium D-cells)
- Weight: ~1.7 kg
- Size: ~60 mm x 585 mm
- Depth rating: ≥400 m
- Data storage: ≥8 GB removable microSD
- Operating temperature: 0°C to 50°C
- Operating frequency: 416.7 kHz
- BPSK decoding compatible with JSATS AMT
- 31-bit coding (7-bit Barker, 16-bit ID, 8-bit CRC)
- Data output: time, date, tag ID, RSSI, diagnostics
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: June 12, 2026, 10 AM PDT
- Published: June 5, 2026
Response Instructions
Interested vendors must submit a capability statement including:
- Business name & address, UEI, and business status (e.g., SB, WOSB, SDVOSB, HUBZone, large business).
- Product information and model number(s).
- Evidence of ability to meet all salient characteristics.
- Documentation demonstrating compatibility with Lotek systems (if applicable).
Submissions should be sent to davinder_kullar@ios.doi.gov.