ECAO eDNA Auto Samplers

The Bureau of Reclamation, Missouri Basin Region, seeks two autonomous environmental DNA (eDNA) auto sampler systems for invasive aquatic species detection, with quotations due August 7, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. MDT and questions due July 30, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. MDT. This is full and open competition under NAICS 334516, Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing.

Place of performance and delivery location is Loveland, Colorado, with F.O.B. Destination terms and delivery required within 30 calendar days after award, Monday through Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Mountain Time. The equipment must support autonomous collection, filtration, preservation, and water sampling for detection of invasive mussel species including Zebra, Quagga, and Golden mussels.

Key technical requirements include autonomous and/or tethered operation with user-friendly programming; modular, portable design; capability to collect up to 8 independent samples and replicates per deployment; integrated RFID or equivalent sample traceability; Bluetooth and/or satellite connectivity; GPS/GNSS compatibility with ~2.5-meter accuracy; filtration to 5.0-micrometer pore size; maximum measurable volume per sample ~1,000 liters with 95% volume accuracy; compact dimensions (24–30 inches length, 17–24 inches width, 12–16 inches height); weight not to exceed 100 pounds; swappable lithium iron phosphate batteries providing 3+ hours pumping runtime and up to 30 days maximum deployment duration; integrated sensors for GPS, CTD, and dissolved oxygen data logging; operable interior temperature 0–40 degrees Celsius; water-resistant enclosure rated approximately IP 43; minimum flow rate ~0.1 L/min, maximum flow rate ~1.4 L/min; corrosion-resistant components for rugged field conditions; and manufacturer's standard warranty with minimum 1-year parts and labor coverage. Each unit includes two rechargeable batteries, chargers, intake hoses, connectors, strainers, sterilization filters, custom carrying case, and shipping straps, with compatibility for sterilization via autoclave or bleach protocols. Evaluation weighs technical capability to meet government requirements, past performance, and cost approximately equally. Electronic quotations in PDF format must be submitted to monte_baird@ios.doi.gov with subject line "Quote - Company Name RFQ # 140R6026Q0086 - ECAO eDNA Auto Samplers," with Volume 1 containing technical information and past performance data and Volume 2 containing vendor information and pricing schedules.