Acoustic Fish Tags (Sole Source) 140R8126Q0037

The Bureau of Reclamation intends to procure acoustic fish tag transmitters to support scientific monitoring of fish behavior and survival through the Cle Elum Dam Helix and Roza Dam fish screens and roller gates. These tags are essential for evaluating the effectiveness of major fish passage projects under the Yakima Basin Integrated Water Resource Management Plan, authorized by the Hoover Power Plant Act of 1984 (43 U.S.C. Section 109). Based on market research and technical requirements documented in the project file, Advanced Telemetry Systems (ATS) is the only OEM capable of providing the specified acoustic telemetry tags that meet the scientific study requirements. These tags have unique specifications necessary for compatibility with existing research protocols and equipment. This notice is not a request for competitive proposals. However, interested parties who believe they can meet the requirements must submit a capability statement detailing their ability to provide equivalent products that meet the specifications.

This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with FAR 12.603 and issued using FAR Part 13 Simplified Acquisition Procedures. The Bureau of Reclamation, Denver Federal Center, is requesting a quotation for acoustic fish tag transmitters required to support scientific monitoring for the Cle Elum Dam Helix and Roza Dam fish screen and roller gate research projects. A Special Notice announcing the Governments intent to award on a solesource basis to Advanced Telemetry Systems (ATS) was posted on February 18, 2026. That notice explained that ATS is the only known OEM capable of providing transmitters that meet the required performance and compatibility specifications for these research programs. No capability statements or responses were received. In accordance with FAR 13.1061(b), the Government is issuing this RFQ prior to making any potential award. This Combined Synopsis/Solicitation is not a competitive procurement. Only ATS is expected to submit a quotation. The Government reserves the right not to award based on this RFQ and makes no commitment to award as a result of this announcement.