Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS) Graphical Rating and Shift Application Tool and Optional Additional Custom Applications/COTS

The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), Office of Surface Water, Water Resources Discipline (WRD), requires a five-year indefinite-delivery, indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contract for a commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) graphical rating and shift application tool. This procurement aims to acquire software customized to meet WRD requirements, providing a consistent graphical method for rating development and shift analysis that interfaces with the National Water Information System (NWIS) Automated Data Processing Systems (ADAPS) database. The project includes optional technical support services and additional custom applications, with a total value not to exceed $2,000,000.

This requirement is a full and open competition identified under solicitation number 10HQSS0047. It is classified under NAICS 541511 for Custom Computer Programming Services and PSC 70 for ADP Equipment S/W, Supplies and Support. The primary points of contact for this notice are Barbara Nelson and Robin Doyle.

The anticipated release date for the solicitation was approximately December 15, 2010, with a final response deadline of March 3, 2011. Documentation associated with this pre-solicitation includes one attachment posted on November 29, 2010. Performance and technical specifications are focused on the integration of software tools with existing USGS water data systems.