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The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is conducting market research to determine the availability of qualified businesses capable of providing new and refurbish very high frequency (VHF) radio transmitter... The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is conducting market research to determine the availability of qualified businesses capable of providing new and refurbish very high frequency (VHF) radio transmitters as described in the attached specifications. This sources sought announcement is not a request for quote or proposal and the Government is not committed to award of a purchase order or contract pursuant to this announcement. The information resulting from this market research is simply for planning purposes to assist the Government in determining its acquisition strategy. The Government will not pay for any costs incurred in the preparation of information for responding to this notice. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code - 334220, Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing, and associated size standard of 1,250 employees apply to this announcement. All responsible sources may submit a brochure and/or technical specifications detailing the ability of their product to meet the specifications included with this announcement. Responses to this announcement shall only be accepted through electronic mail addressed to nlushenko@usgs.gov and must be uploaded and received in their entirety no later than 04 May, 2020 at 1700 ET. Responses submitted by hardcopy or the FedConnect web portal or the FedConnect Message Center shall not be accepted or considered. Specifications: New and refurbishment of VHF transmitters for studying movement patterns, behavior, habitat selection, and survival of Mojave desert tortoises at Fort Irwin and surrounding public lands. Transmitter. Requirements are as follows: Transmitter #1: * Frequency range: 138 - 235 MHz. * Pulse range: 20-120ppm * Pulse width: 22ms * Waterproof housing * Less than 3.8g * Standard Life: 6 months * Lifespan range: 5-9 months * Dimensions: 23 L x 12 W x 7 H (mm) * Stranded stainless steel cable with black nylon coating Transmitter #2: * Frequency range: 138 - 235 MHz. * Pulse range: 20-120ppm * Pulse width range: 22-30ms * Waterproof housing * Less than 15g * Standard Life: 24 months * Lifespan range: 18-30 months * Dimensions: 25 Diameter x 13 H (mm) * Stranded stainless steel cable with black nylon coating Transmitter #3: * Frequency range: 138 - 235 MHz. * Pulse range: 20-120ppm * Pulse width range: 22-30ms * Waterproof housing * Less than 21g * Standard Life: 36 months * Lifespan range: 24-60 months * Dimensions: 16 Diameter x 16 H (mm) * Stranded stainless steel cable with black nylon coating Transmitter #4: * Frequency range: 138 - 235 MHz. * Pulse range: 20-120ppm * Pulse width range: 22-30ms * Waterproof housing * Less than 40g * Standard Life: 36 months * Lifespan range: 24-60 months * Dimensions: 37 Diameter x 33 H x 16 (mm) * Stranded stainless steel cable with black nylon coating