RFQ: Linked Acoustic Startle Device System

The Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribe is soliciting quotes for a coordinated system of at least three linked Acoustic Startle Devices (ASDs) to be deployed at the Hood Canal Bridge in Washington. The primary requirement is a two-season lease covering March through July in 2027 and 2028, though purchase pricing is requested as an alternative. The system must include all necessary controllers, linking hardware, cables, and software, with a preference for devices weighing 35 pounds or less. Vendors must demonstrate the system's corrosion resistance for saltwater environments and provide detailed acoustic metrics, specifically distinguishing between peak and root-mean-square levels. Evaluation will be based on technical suitability, deterrence performance, marine reliability, and total cost, though price will not be the sole factor for award. Vendors may provide separate optional pricing for on-site deployment assistance and field sound-propagation measurements. Submissions must include itemized pricing in U.S. dollars, technical documentation, and details regarding insurance and liability for equipment loss or damage. Quotes are due to Hans Daubenberger by December 2, 2026, with a requested system delivery date of March 1, 2027.