7G--WA-MID-COLUMBIA FSHRS-TELEMETRY HARDWARE

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Mid-Columbia River Fishery Resources Office, intends to award a sole source purchase order to Innovasea for the procurement of specialized acoustic telemetry equipment, due to the unique technical requirements that only this vendor can satisfy. The equipment must include acoustic releases capable of uninterrupted operation under ice and through seasonal water level fluctuations of up to 100 feet, along with tags that monitor temperature and depth, operate for a minimum of 600 days, and transmit a signal at least once per minute. This procurement is classified under NAICS code 334290 with an 800-employee size standard and uses Federal Supply Code 5825, and will be executed under Simplified Acquisition Procedures per FAR Part 13.106-1(b), not exceeding $250,000. Despite being a non-competitive action, interested parties have three calendar days from the notice’s publication to submit evidence demonstrating that competitive procurement would benefit the government; however, any such submissions will not entitle the submitter to reimbursement for costs incurred. The notice closes on August 12, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Central Time, and all correspondence must reference the notice number and be directed to Jack Skogen at john_skogen@ios.doi.gov.