66--25-LQ00-2024 GEOTEK CORER CHAYTOR 140G0125Q0154

This is a Sources Sought Notice only. This is not a request for proposal, but a survey to locate potential sources. This Sources Sought does not constitute an Invitation for Bids, Request for Proposals or a Request for Quotations, and is not to be construed as a commitment by the Government to issue an order or otherwise pay for the information solicited, nor is it a guarantee of a forthcoming solicitation or contract. It is for market research purposes only. Respondents will not be notified of the results of the evaluation. The purpose of this Sources Sought Notice is to gain knowledge of interest, capabilities, and qualifications of various members of industry, to include the Small Business Community: Small Business, Section 8(a), Historically Underutilized Business Zones (HUB-Zone), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB), and Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB). The Government must ensure there is adequate competition among the potential pool of responsible contractors. Small business, Section 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB, & EDWOSB businesses are highly encouraged to participate. NAICS Code: 334516 Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing NAICS Size Standard: 1000 Employees Subject: Sources Sought Sources Sought Closing Response Date: July 3, 2025, 2:00pm Mountain Time Contact Point: Mindie Dixon mdixon@usgs.gov Objective: To find sources that are qualified to meet the supplies/services as listed below. Note that the specific requirements are subject to change prior to the release of any solicitation. The USGS - Woods Hole Coastal and Marine Science Center (the Center) needs to acquire an integrated sensor package (multi-sensor core logger) to non-destructively image and measure sediment properties in whole-round or split sediment cores. Specifications/Salient Characteristics: We are seeking brand name or equal to Geotek Standard Multi-Sensor Core Logger (MSCL-S) The following salient characteristics are required: Fully automated track system capable of precise movement of 1.5 m and greater length core sections Integrated tracking, sensor operation, data recording, and processing electronics/computer suite, including all necessary peripherals and manuals Bartington 130 mm MS2C loop (whole round cores) and M2E point (split cores) sensors 137-Cs gamma source and associated density measurement system Compressional (P) wave velocity measurement system, including core thickness sensor for use on whole round and split cores Geoscan (or comparable) linescan imaging system (imager and light source) for split cores Handheld (integrated operation) XRF sensor capable of calibrated quantitative and qualitative counts-per-second analysis of a broad range of elements (light and heavy) Natural gamma sensor system (detectors plus shields) Appropriate calibration materials for routine verification of sensor and system performance and quality control System-installed shielding and access controls for system operation and ionizing radiation sources Software (or software licenses) for off instrument data processing Appropriate documentation to facilitate radiation licensing US compatible electrical system On-site (Woods Hole, MA, USA) installation and operator training Shipping and handling (including customs clearance if appropriate) Responses: All interested parties should notify this office via e-mail within the posted date. Responses shall include: (I) To what extent each of the specifications can be met. (II) Include your type of business (i.e. commercial, academia), whether your organization is classified as a large or small business. If a small business, you must also list any small disadvantaged status you hold [HUBZone, 8(a), Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), Women Owned Small Business (WOSB), Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB), etc.]. (III) Experience/ performance through the description of completed projects.

The U.S. Geological Survey National Wetlands Research Center has a requirement for an integrated sensor package (multi-sensor core logger) to non-destructively image and measure sediment properties in whole-round or split sediment core, with delivery to Woods Hole MA 02543 by no later than 11/03/2025. There are no option periods. The U.S. Geological Survey intends to issue competitive Request for Quotations (RFQ) 140G0125Q0154 full and open pursuant to FAR 13.5 Simplified Procedures for Certain Commercial Items. The RFQ will be issued on or about 08/26/2025 with written quotes due on or about 09/10/2025 The NAICS code is 334516 Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing. The size standard is 1,000 employees The anticipated award date of the contract is 09/15/2025. A vendor must be registered at https://www.sam.gov to be awarded the purchase order. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which shall be considered by the agency. Quotations shall be submitted to Mindie Dixon mdixon@usgs.gov

U.S. Geological Survey intends to issue a competitive RFQ under FAR Subpart 13.5 Simplified Procedures for Certain Commercial Items." The U.S. Geological Surveys Columbia Environmental Research Center (USGS-CERC, Columbia, MO) has a requirement for a Brand name or Equal to the Standard Multi-Sensor Core Logger Mfr Geotek, to be delivered to Woods Hole, MA, by 11/03/2025. There are no option periods. Competitive Request for Quotations (RFQ) 140G0125Q0154 is full and open. All interested offers MUST have an active vendor record in SAM.gov, be a small business under the identified NAICS code 334516 Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing with a small business size standard of 1,000 employees Responses are due: 9/5/2025 at 2:00PM MT The anticipated award date of the contract is 09/5/2025 A vendor must be registered at https://www.sam.gov to be awarded the purchase order. All responsible sources may submit a quotation which shall be considered by the agency. Quotations shall be submitted to Mindie Dixon-mdixon@usgs.gov

SEDIMENT CORE IMAGING SYSTEM