Supply of Long-Life Acoustic Tags with Sensors

The contract seeks the supply of long-life acoustic tags integrated with temperature and depth sensors, requiring a minimum battery life of 600 days and a transmission rate of at least once per minute to ensure continuous data collection over extended periods. These units must be engineered for reliability in challenging aquatic environments and capable of delivering high-fidelity environmental measurements without frequent maintenance or replacement. The technical specifications emphasize durability and consistent performance, positioning the tags for use in long-term monitoring programs focused on marine life and habitat conditions. The solicitation is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 334510, indicating it pertains to the manufacturing of navigational, measuring, electromedical, and control instruments. It was posted on August 5, 2026, with a response deadline of August 12, 2026, providing a narrow window for interested parties to submit proposals. The contracting entity is the Department of the Interior, operating under the agency name It Goods Fws, though no specific office address or point of contact is provided. The place of performance and set-aside details are unspecified, and the procurement is accessible through the SAM.gov portal for further submission guidance.