The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Research and Development Center (ERDC) intends to award a firm fixed-price contract to EKO Instruments USA, Inc. for the purchase of their EKO All-Sky Imager. The device is needed for the ERDC's force protection research, specifically for monitoring cloud conditions and environmental data collection.
The All-Sky Imager's unique features and the FindClouds tool suite's capabilities make it an essential piece of equipment for the ERDC's research. Its 180-degree field of view, high dynamic range imaging, and environmental sensors are crucial for the project's requirements. Additionally, its modular design, data logging capabilities, and compatibility with existing ERDC equipment are key factors in its selection.
This sole source award is in accordance with FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i) and carries the NAICS code 334519, with a size standard of 600 employees. The estimated funding for the purchase has not been specified.
The government encourages all responsible sources to submit capability statements or proposals. Details of past experience and references are required. The submission deadline is 1:00 PM CST on the 31st of July, 2024, and all communications must be via email.
The ERDC will consider all submissions and reserves the right to conduct a competitive procurement based on the responses received. For further clarification or questions, contact Janalyn Dement or David Ammermann via email.