Idiq Holohil Systems VHF Transmitters   3

Notice of Intent
This is a notice of intent to solicit from a single source.
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), intends to negotiate an IDIQ (indefinite delivery indefinite quantity) with Holohil Systems Ltd, of Carp, Ontario, Canada for purchase and refurbishment of Model# RI-2B and Model# PD-2 VHF transmitters manufactured by Holohil Systems, Ltd for attachment to Mojave Desert Tortoises as described in the attached Technical Specifications.
Award will be made in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 13.106-1(b) and the procedures at FAR Part 12 entitled, Acquisition of Commercial Items and FAR Part 13 entitled, Simplified Acquisition Procedures. Holohil System, Ltd is the manufacturer of Model# RI-2B and Model# PD-2 VHF transmitters. Their unique features are required to meet the USGS' need, including size, weight, frequency, length of time, durability and water resistance. Additionally, the USGS is currently using these transmitters and no other company will refurbish these units.
The purpose of this notice is to satisfy the requirements of FAR Subpart 5.101(a)(2) and FAR 5.2. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive quotes. However, all responsible parties may submit a quotation by the closing date of this announcement which shall be considered by the agency. No solicitation will be issued. A determination not to compete this action based upon responses received is in the sole discretion of the Government.
The NAICS code for this action is 334220 - RADIO AND TELEVISION BROADCASTING AND WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURING, SIZE STANDARD 1,250 EMPLOYEES.
Responses or inquiries shall only be accepted through electronic mail addressed to yangzhideng@usgs.gov and must be uploaded and received in their entirety no later than August 25, 2023 at 1500 PST.
Model RI-2B
Frequency range: 138 - 235 MHz.
Pulse range: 20-120ppm
Pulse width range: 22-30ms
Waterproof housing
Greater than or equal to 15g
Standard Life: 24 months
Lifespan range: 18-30 months
Dimensions: Diameter x H (mm): 25x13
Stranded stainless steel cable with black nylon coating
Model PD-2
Frequency range: 138 - 235 MHz.
Pulse range: 20-120ppm
Pulse width: 22ms
Waterproof housing
Greater than or Equal to 3.8g
Standard Life: 6 months
Lifespan range: 5-9 months
Dimensions: L x W x H (mm): 23x12x7
Stranded stainless steel cable with black nylon coating