Purchase of Big Fin Measuring Boards

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is seeking to purchase 22 electronic measuring boards from Big Fin Scientific. The boards must have a modular design, be portable, and meet specific specifications such as being waterproof, having Bluetooth and USB communication capabilities, and being compatible with NOAA-developed data collection software. The boards will be used to measure finfish and invertebrates under field conditions. • The purchase is being made on a sole source basis due to the unique features of the Big Fin Scientific DCS5 measuring board. • The board must have a modular design, be portable, and meet specific specifications. • The purchase includes a three-year extended warranty. • The board must be compatible with NOAA-developed data collection software. • The board must have a higher level of water resistance (EPA IEC 529-IP67K).