66--SD - STEREOMICROSCOPE - PHELPS
The USGS Cooperative Research Units in Reston, VA seeks a stereomicroscope imaging system for the South Dakota Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit. The system will support fisheries and aquatic sciences research, including otolith analysis, diet studies, and high-resolution imaging. It must deliver high-resolution optical performance for clear observations and digital images across diverse biological specimens. The system will be used for collaborative projects on invasive carp, paddlefish, sportfish management, and aquatic habitat assessments. No budget, submission timeline, or performance location beyond the South Dakota unit is specified.