NIGP 04037: Electronic Identification Systems Used for Inventory and Tracking of Animals

NIGP 04037 Electronic Identification Systems Used For Inventory And Tracking Of Animals is an Item code under which state and local governments procure electronic tracking devices—primarily GPS and solar-powered ear tags—for wildlife monitoring and inventory management. The scope of work centers on lightweight, solar-rechargeable tracking devices designed for continuous long-range monitoring of animals in state wildlife programs. State wildlife departments and natural resource agencies are the primary issuing bodies soliciting under this code, though the recent-opportunities block supports limited visibility into the full range of issuing-body types.

Nevada's Department of Wildlife issued the most recent representative opportunity: solicitation 72DOWS3996, posted September 14, 2026, requesting female GPS solar ear tags with a response deadline of October 22, 2026. Nevada-based vendors manufacturing in-state receive a five percent preference, and veteran-owned businesses with service-connected disabilities receive additional preferential consideration on contracts between $50,000 and $500,000. All equipment must be new; used, refurbished, demo, prototype, or gray market equipment is prohibited. The contract term may not exceed two years, with potential annual extensions at the state's discretion. Submissions are made through the NevadaEPro online procurement platform, with payment typically within 30–45 days of invoice and agency approval. All prices are FOB Destination with freight prepaid unless otherwise specified. Vendors must comply with OSHA standards, non-discrimination requirements under NRS Chapter 613, and NRS 333.338 restrictions on Israel boycotts; direct-delivery vendors must carry automobile liability insurance with combined single limits of $1,000,000.