66 -- Scientific Equipment

The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) plans to procure specialized scientific equipment for its Geologic Division through a sole-source solicitation, according to the authority granted by FAR 6.302. The contract involves acquiring the Imagenex Model 881A Digital Scanning Sonar along with its Multi Frequency Imaging and Profiling Transducer standard software, the Sonar Head Power Supply Box (Model 881-000-200), and the Test 881 PC Software Package (Model 881-000-300). This procurement is intended to enhance the division's capabilities in geological imaging and data collection. The solicitation, identified as 02ER04, was posted on January 8, 2002, by the Office of Acquisition Grants-national within the Department of the Interior, headquartered in Reston, Virginia. While no set-aside or specific NAICS code is designated, the procurement process is managed through a direct negotiation with the single source supplier. This notice is for informational purposes only, with a point of contact named Gail D. Walker available for further inquiries. The equipment and software components selected are critical for the USGS's advanced geological surveys and data analyses.