66--Streamer Depth Control Device.

Stream Depth Control System: NAICS 335921, 1,000 Emp. This sources sought notice is for informational purposes only and shall not be considered a solicitation, obligation, or commitment by the Government. This notice is for market research to determine the availability of any businesses with capabilities to provide a Stream Depth Control System meeting the specifications identified in the Salient Characteristics below. GENERAL: Streamer Depth Controller System Description and Salient Characteristics. The acceptable control system must meet the following specifications: 1. Communication to support 1000m of Geometrics Solid GeoEel streamer 2. Heading information of the device of +/- 1o 3. Depth control of +/- 0.5m at operating speeds up to 5 kts, for at least 60 days of continuous operation 4. An operating depth of at least 30 m 5. Attachable floats to reduce the device¿s weight in water to < 2lbs 6. A test communication coil, to allow for testing of depth control device in the lab without attachment to the streamer. 7. Must be fully compatible with existing USGS Geospace depth control system. The purpose of this notice is to determine interest and capability of potential sources. The NAICS is 335921, Fiber Optic Cable Manufacturing, 1,000 Employees. Interested parties will submit an email detailing their capabilities and experience with these supplies. Sufficient information must be provided to demonstrate the ability to complete the supplies. This is not a request for quotation or an announcement of a solicitation. Responses will be used for market research only. Responses are due no later than 05/30/2018 1300 EDT. Response must be submitted to Stewart Evans by email at [email protected]. Responses shall only be accepted through electronic mail addressed to [email protected]. All response documents required by this sources sought must be uploaded and received in their entirety no later than 05/30/2018. Responses submitted by hardcopy or the FedConnect web portal or Fed Connect Message Center shall not be accepted or considered.