Reconyx cameras & central billing

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The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) is seeking bids from qualified vendors to provide Reconyx HyperFire 2 Cellular Covert IR Cameras, Reconyx HyperFire 2 Cellular Professional Covert IR Cameras, and a Centralized Billing System and Maintenance. SCDNR plans to purchase up to 150 cellular camera traps over a 5-year period for use in a wildlife research project. The solicitation outlines detailed technical specifications for the required cameras, including requirements for durability, performance, customization, and wireless connectivity. It also includes requirements for the centralized billing system, such as monthly cellular service plans and photo transmission capabilities. Bids are due by July 10, 2024, and the contract will be for 1 year with 4 annual renewal options. Pricing must be submitted on the provided Bidding Schedule and will be evaluated based on the lowest responsible and responsive bid.

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The solicitation allows for various preferences, including for South Carolina end products and resident vendors. There is no mention of any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are listed, and no existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration is specified. The solicitation does not include any information about the possible award values or budget ranges.