66--Non-Contact Discharge Measurement System IAW Salients FY25 REQ# 15710 SPECIAL ORDER # S25108

Solicitation 140G0126Q0059 is a total small business set-aside request for proposal issued by the USGS OAG Reston Acquisition Branch for the procurement of a non-contact radar level, velocity, and discharge measurement system. Specifically, the requirement is for one Sommer RQ-30+ Discharge Sensor and a 10-meter cable, to be delivered to the USGS Hydrologic Instrumentation Facility in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, within 30 days after receipt of order. The system must provide continuous measurement of water velocity, level, and discharge, featuring high accuracy, environmental durability for wide temperature ranges, lightning protection, and specific communication interfaces suitable for installation on bridges or similar structures. The contract is governed by commercial product and service terms, with award based on a trade-off process considering technical compliance and price. Beyond the hardware delivery, the contract incorporates stringent IT security and accessibility requirements, including compliance with FISMA, NIST SP 800-53, and Section 508 accessibility standards. Contractors must adhere to Department of the Interior security protocols, including mandatory personnel security training, the use of government-approved logon banners, and the submission of contingency plans. All invoicing must be processed electronically through the Invoice Processing Platform.