Specifications for GPS Satellite Radio Collar-LEK Oct 2013 MDIFW.docx

This is a specifications document for GPS satellite radio collars issued by the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife (MDIFW) for moose and deer survival monitoring purposes. The procurement requires 100 GPS collars equipped with satellite communication and tracking capabilities. The collars must be received by December 7th, 2013. Key specifications include acquisition of two GPS locations per day while the animal is alive, a four-year battery life, integrated VHF beacon and mortality sensor functionality, and Globalstar satellite communication. All electronics must be integrated into a single unit with software provided at no cost.

The collar procurement includes a replacement warranty covering malfunctions and other associated problems where collars do not function properly. No specific pricing information is detailed in the specifications document. The contract represents a significant investment in wildlife monitoring infrastructure for the state of Maine, with the primary focus on ensuring reliable, long-term data collection capabilities for population survival studies of moose and deer.