Radiosondes
ID: PANMCC-25-P-0000-011281Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QM MICC-YUMA PROV GRDYUMA PROVING GROUND, AZ, 85365-9498, USA

NAICS

Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511)

PSC

METEOROLOGICAL INSTRUMENTS AND APPARATUS (6660)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/013d996f409441c38eb36ce1402eb7a6/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is seeking vendors capable of supplying Vaisala Radiosondes, models RS41-SG, RS41-SGM, and RS41-SGE, through a Sources Sought Notice. This procurement aims to support meteorological measurements essential for military operations, with a focus on ensuring accurate atmospheric data collection and enhancing operational capabilities. The radiosondes are critical for environmental monitoring and national security, featuring advanced specifications such as automated ground checks and GNSS capabilities. Interested parties must submit their responses by 12:00 PM MST on January 30, 2025, to the primary contact, Damon McLaughlin, at damon.j.mclaughlin.civ@army.mil, or by phone at 928-328-6285. The contract is anticipated to be awarded on a sole source basis to Vaisala Inc., with a focus on gathering market research to inform potential competitive procurement.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Damon McLaughlin
    (928) 328-6285
    damon.j.mclaughlin.civ@army.mil
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    Ordering Guide - Radiosondes.pdf
    The Vaisala Radiosondes Requirements Contract (W9124R-21-D-0001) aims to facilitate the procurement of Vaisala RS41-SG expendable GPS radiosondes for various U.S. Army test centers and other military branches. This Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract, in effect from November 9, 2020, to November 8, 2025, has a ceiling of 30,000 units or approximately $4.5 million. The document serves as an ordering guide for authorized contracting organizations, detailing the roles and responsibilities of contracting officers, procurement guidelines, and requirements for placing delivery orders. The guide specifies that only designated contracting entities can administer orders, with no associated fees for contract utilization. It emphasizes decentralized ordering, coordination with the MICC-Yuma Proving Ground (YPG), and adherence to established procedures and approvals. Funding for delivery orders must be authorized, and deliveries within the Continental U.S. should occur within 90 days of order placement. Invoices and payment instructions will be provided with each order, ensuring compliance with internal agency guidelines. This contract is crucial for standardizing meteorological data collection across military testing installations and ensuring effective logistical operations.
    Radiosonde Requirements.pdf
    The document details the requirements for three models of Vaisala radiosondes, which are essential for meteorological measurements: the RS41-SG, RS41-SGM, and RS41-SGE. Each model presents unique features—RS41-SG focuses on proficient temperature and humidity measurements, RS41-SGM emphasizes improved security with radio silence and encrypted transmissions for defense operations, and RS41-SGE offers an eco-friendly design using biodegradable materials. Key characteristics include automated ground checks, GNSS capabilities for accurate wind data, and stable narrow-band transmission complying with ETSI standards. The document outlines technical specifications such as measurement ranges, sensor types, and accuracy metrics, underscoring the radiosondes’ reliability and precision. The purpose of the document aligns with government requests for proposals (RFPs) and grants, emphasizing the operational necessity for robust meteorological equipment. The detailed specifications and enhanced features support procurement decisions for agencies concerned with environmental monitoring and national security, making it crucial for ensuring accurate and reliable atmospheric data collection.
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