GPS Cattle Tracking Collars

The U.S. Department of Agriculture Agricultural Research Service (USDA-ARS) is seeking quotations for GPS cattle tracking collars through solicitation number 1232SA26Q0307, a combined synopsis and solicitation for commercial items issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ). The procurement requires GPS collars equipped with LoRaWAN and/or cellular data connectivity and Bluetooth capability to enable real-time livestock tracking, along with associated software subscriptions, batteries, and chargers. Key contract requirements include collars that support virtual fence capabilities, feature rechargeable Lithium-Ion batteries with solar panel charging, operate across a temperature range of -4°F to +140°F, and deliver GPS location data at one-minute intervals with accuracy of less than 3-12 feet. The Government will evaluate quotations using a lowest price technically acceptable approach, with award made to the offeror representing best value based on technical acceptability, including whether products meet all specified characteristics, are clearly identified by brand name and model number, include sufficient technical documentation, and can be delivered within the required timeframe. Past performance will also be evaluated as acceptable, neutral, or unacceptable. Critical deadlines include questions due by March 13, 2026 at 2:00 PM ET, and quotations due by March 20, 2026, with all quotations to be submitted via email to shalunda.mix@usda.gov.

This acquisition is set-aside as a Total Small Business, with small business concerns defined under NAICS code 334220 (Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing) as having 1,250 or fewer employees. The solicitation requires procurement of 50 GPS cattle collars, 50 software subscriptions, 5 batteries, and 8 chargers, all to be delivered to USDA-ARS in Burlington, Vermont (105 Carrigan Drive, Patrick Leahy Building Room 212) within 90 days of award on an F.O.B. destination basis. A firm-fixed price requirements contract will be awarded to a single offeror, with pricing to remain firm for 90 calendar days from the specified receipt date. The specific budget or award value has not been disclosed in the solicitation notice. The place of performance is Burlington, VT 05405, and the initial contract period covers only the first 12-month subscription service with no stated renewal options or extended period of performance mentioned.