Bird Repellent Laser

The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) is soliciting competitive bids through an intermediate procurement via the OregonBuys platform for the purchase and installation of a bird repellent laser system at Cole Rivers Fish Hatchery in Trail, Oregon. The procurement seeks two laser units and associated installation services to mitigate bird predation, which currently accounts for 10-20% of hatchery fish population losses and impacts production goals. Key deliverables include facility assessment, supply and installation of two laser units on 20-25 foot utility poles or cedar/metal posts, custom programming for identified bird species and target areas, creation of user accounts, provision of operational manuals, and comprehensive staff training including at least one one-on-one session. The contractor must deliver the laser units within 60 days of contract award, complete installation by June 1, 2026, and finalize programming and staff training by June 30, 2026. Bidders must be registered in the OregonBuys system and submit completed RFQ Mandatory Bid Forms by March 16, 2026 at 2:00 PM, with questions accepted via email to odfw.bids@odfw.oregon.gov until three business days prior to the bid deadline. A voluntary pre-bid conference will be held on March 9, 2026, from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM via Microsoft Teams. Acceptance criteria require verified installation to specifications, customized programming for identified bird species and high-risk areas, and demonstrated staff competence through training completion.

The procurement documents do not specify set-aside designations or restrictions based on organization type, though bidders may self-identify as Certified Firms through Oregon's Certification Office for Business Inclusion and Diversity (COBID) if applicable. No incumbent vendors or existing contractors are identified in the solicitation materials. The contract includes standard compliance requirements with federal and state laws, civil rights statutes, tax law compliance, occupational safety and health regulations, and the Oregon False Claims Act. Contractors must obtain and maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, including workers' compensation with employer liability limits of $500,000, commercial general liability of $2,000,000 per occurrence with a $4,000,000 annual aggregate, and automobile liability of $2,000,000 combined single limit, with the State of Oregon named as an additional insured. Pricing must be held firm for 30 days and should include all costs and delivery expenses in the grand total. While specific budget ranges are not disclosed in the solicitation documents, payment will be made upon successful delivery, installation, operational verification, and completion of training, with invoices submitted within 30 calendar days of final acceptance.