Bubbler and desiccant kit

The Oregon Water Resources Department (OWRD) is seeking procurement of a Bubbler & Desiccant Compact Flow Bubbler device through a state and local contract opportunity. The solicitation requires a sophisticated monitoring device with specific technical specifications, including a pump, tank, manifold, control board, display/keypad, and enclosure, along with an optional external desiccant. The device must demonstrate high-precision measurements for stage/level, internal temperature, battery, and pressure, and include a built-in datalogger with SDI-12 communication ports. Evaluation criteria will encompass price, specification compliance, warranty quality, customer service accessibility, compatibility with existing OWRD equipment, and adherence to USGS/OWRD standards. The contract opportunity was posted on March 24, 2022, with proposals due by March 31, 2022, covering potential procurement of up to 60 or more units over the contract's lifecycle. Jurisdictions involved include Marion County and the City of Salem, with the procurement focused on precise hydrological monitoring equipment.

While no specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise requirements were explicitly detailed in the provided documentation, the solicitation appears open to vendors capable of meeting stringent technical specifications. The contract opportunity suggests potential volume discounts and allows for consideration of substitutions or comparable devices that meet established standards. The procurement does not reference incumbent vendors or mandate specific integration requirements with existing infrastructure. Pricing and volume details were requested as part of the proposal, indicating flexibility in potential award values. The OWRD may purchase multiple units, suggesting a potentially significant contract value, though exact budget ranges were not specified in the available documentation. Vendors will need to demonstrate comprehensive technical capabilities, robust product performance, and alignment with USGS/OWRD monitoring standards to be competitive in this procurement opportunity.