7G--CARIBOU GPS IRIDIUM RADIOCOLLARS, ACTIVATION AND DATA PLAN SUBSCRIPTIONS
ID: 140L6324Q0040Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THEBUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENTALASKA STATE OFFICEANCHORAGE, AK, 99513, USA

NAICS

Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing (334220)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - NETWORK: SATELLITE AND RF COMMUNICATIONS PRODUCTS (HW, PERPETUAL LICENSE SOFTWARE) (7G22)

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https://sam.gov/opp/7f88d1b959ea40bb87002a523aa96d2c/view
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    The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is seeking to procure 13 GPS/Iridium radiocollars for caribou, specifically the Vertex Lite-3D model, along with activation and data plan subscriptions. These collars are required to ensure compatibility with existing telemetry equipment used by cooperating agencies, providing essential GPS location fixes, a minimum lifespan of five years, and daily data transmission capabilities, even in extreme temperatures. This procurement is critical for ongoing ecological studies and collaborative management efforts involving the Fortymile Caribou herd, emphasizing the need for continuity in research operations. Interested vendors can contact Laura Sherman at lsherman@blm.gov or by phone at 907-271-4440 for further details.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Sherman, Laura
    (907) 271-4440
    (907) 271-4595
    lsherman@blm.gov
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    A16_40667908_JOFOC_1.doc
    The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is seeking approval to purchase 13 GPS/Iridium radiocollars for caribou under other than full and open competition. This request stems from the need for compatibility with existing equipment used by cooperating agencies for telemetry that transmits data to a shared database via the Iridium satellite network. The collars must have specific capabilities, including GPS location fixes, a minimum lifespan of five years, and the ability to transmit data daily, even in extreme temperatures. The estimated cost per unit is $1,666.50, based on market research indicating Vectronic as the preferred manufacturer due to their proven reliability and lower operational costs. This acquisition is justified under 41 U.S.C. 253(c), citing that competing collars would disrupt efficiency and data management processes across multiple agencies. The proposal includes plans to notify potential sources and ensure fair pricing through market evaluation. The document emphasizes the critical need for these collars within ongoing ecological studies and collaborative management efforts involving the Fortymile Caribou herd, underscoring the importance of maintaining continuity in research operations.
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