7G--Solar Satellite Argos Transmitter Tags (12) 140G0125Q0200
Summary
AI-generated · Aug 27, 2025Solar satellite tags weighing 5 grams or less are being sought to track the movements of small shorebirds during migration, with data transmitted via Argos satellites to support USGS Species Management research. The request is part of market research to identify qualified sources capable of providing these solar transmitter tags; it is not a bid, proposal, or quote solicitation, and there is no guarantee of a forthcoming contract.
Responses are for planning purposes only. Provide: (1) company name, address, and phone number with your UEI; (2) a capability statement showing recent relevant experience (including owner contact details and whether your firm acted as prime or subcontractor) and your size status; (3) confirmation of UEI and SAM registration, with your small-business status information updated in SAM Representations. The government will use responses to assess competition; any actual solicitation will be posted on SAM.gov, and respondents should monitor SAM.gov for updates.
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. 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 U.S. Geological Survey, Eastern Ecological Science Center requires solar satellite tags, weighing 5 grams or less, to track movements of small shorebirds during migration and able to transmit via Argos satellites to complete research funded by the USGS Species Management. Interested firms shall submit (1) NAME, ADDRESS, and PHONE NUMBER OF THE FIRM (including UEI (Unique Entity Identifier); (2) a CAPABILITY STATEMENT including (a) RECENT (within the last three fiscal years) RELEVANT (similar projects to this requirement) performance history (identify the name of the owner and their point(s) of contact with telephone and fax numbers, e-mail addresses; and (b) in what capacity (e.g., prime, subcontractor etc.) they performed the work; and (3) their SIZE STATUS. Your company must have a UEI number and be registered on-line at the System for Award Management (SAM). You will also be required to provide your small business status information either via the On-line Representations and Certifications also located at the SAM.gov website before an award to your company can be made. Your on-line registration will cover any/all of your offers to the Federal Government, and only needs updated annually. Responses to this source sought notice will be used by the Government to make appropriate acquisition decisions. All interested sources must respond to future solicitation announcements separately from responses to this market survey. Any solicitation that may be issued will be posted on the SAM.Gov. It is the responsibility of potential responders to monitor the site for additional information pertaining to this announcement
From Sources Sought posted on Aug 14, 2025Solar Satellite Argos Transmitter Tags - Quantity 7
From Solicitation posted on Apr 23, 2026Notice history
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Sources Sought Posted Aug 14, 2025
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Solicitation LATEST Posted Apr 23, 2026View changes (4)
- Title: 7G--Solar Satellite Argos Transmitter Tags (12) → Solar Satellite Argos Transmitter Tags - Quantity
- Description: Description was updated
- Notice Type: Sources Sought → Solicitation
- Set-Aside: None → Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
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703-648-7899