Description
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Columbia Environmental Research Center seeks a discounted, firm‑fixed‑price quotation for a brand‑name Norbit Winghead X series multibeam echo‑sounder (or equal) with a universal, transportable gunnel mounting system. The system must provide high‑resolution bathymetric data for inland water bodies, support GNSS/INS navigation, real‑time sound‑velocity compensation, and be lightweight and portable for vessels under 26 ft. Delivery is required within 90 days of order receipt, followed by multi‑day, manufacturer‑certified on‑site training for USGS technicians. The award will be based on the lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA) and the solicitation is set aside for small businesses.
• Provide one high‑resolution multibeam sonar unit meeting specified beam, frequency, and resolution criteria (≥512 beams, 0.5°×0.9° @400 kHz, 0.3°×0.5° @700 kHz).
• Include integrated GNSS/INS, sound‑velocity probe, waterproof processor (IP67), and data‑collection software with real‑time visualization.
• Supply a lightweight carbon‑fiber universal mount for gunnel installation on small freshwater vessels.
• Deliver the system within 90 days and conduct multi‑day on‑site training for installation, operation, and data processing.
• All vendors must have a valid SAM UEI and be registered in SAM.gov.