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59--FISH DETECTOR TAGS (PIT TAGS)

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140G0326Q0182Federal

Response Deadline08/04/2026, 12:00:00 PM UTC

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The U.S. Geological Survey is seeking sources for preloaded 12mm passive integrated transponder (PIT) tags, specifically model APT12, to support fish population monitoring efforts under the Glen Canyon Dam Adaptive Management Program and the Long-Term Experimental and Management Plan requirements, as well as related biological opinion mandates. These tags are critical for tracking fish movement, survival, and behavior in the Colorado River system, ensuring data integrity for adaptive management decisions and compliance with federal environmental regulations. The solicitation, identified as 140G0326Q0182, was posted on July 28, 2026, with responses due by August 4, 2026, and is classified as a sources-sought notice under NAICS code 334419 for other electronic component manufacturing. The contracting office is located in Sacramento, California, and the primary point of contact is Joel Berberena, reachable via email at jberberena@usgs.gov. No set-aside criteria are specified, and all referenced attachments contain additional technical and operational requirements not detailed in the public posting.

General Info

USGS seeks preloaded APT12 PIT tags for Colorado River fish tracking under federal management programs.

Agency

Department Of The Interior → Office Of Acquisiton GrantsView Agency

NAICS

334419 - Other Electronic Component ManufacturingView NAICS

Place of Performance

CA

Set-Aside

NONE

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Sources_Sought_Preloaded_12mm_PIT_Tags_1.pdf

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PhaseSources Sought

PostedJul 28

Sources Sought

Response DeadlineAug 4

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08/04/2026, 12:00:00 PM UTCin 6 days

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AgencyDepartment Of The Interior → Office Of Acquisiton Grants

Contacts1 person available

OfficeSACRAMENTO, CA, 95819, USA

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Department Of The Interior → Office Of Acquisiton Grants

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Office AddressSACRAMENTO, CA, 95819, USA

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Berberena Joel

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+1 (555) 000-0000

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USGS requires preloaded 12mm PIT tags, APT12, for fish population monitoring supporting the Glen Canyon Dam Adaptive Management Program, LTEMP requirements, and biological opinion-related monitoring.

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