RFQ DTD-FY2024-003 Gambel's Quail Transmitters

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife's Data and Technology Division has issued a Request for Quote (RFQ) DTD-FY2024-003 seeking 100 Gambel's Quail telemetry transmitters and associated equipment for wildlife research purposes. The transmitters must meet specific technical requirements, including weighing less than 4 grams, being rump-mounted with leg loops, and possessing a battery life of at least one year. The devices are required to collect comprehensive data including temperature, behavior, and location information, with the RFQ suggesting Druid's Nano M1 Transmitters with Debut Hub as a potential solution while remaining open to alternative options that satisfy the specified criteria. The solicitation is focused on Yolo County, California, with responses due on March 14, 2025, at 2:00 PM PST. The anticipated contract execution date is March 25, 2025, with a mandatory delivery completion date of May 1, 2025. The procurement will be awarded on an "All or None" basis to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with the state reserving the right to increase quantities up to 30% at the awarded price within 90 calendar days of the contract agreement.

The RFQ includes preferences for Small Business participation, offering a 5% advantage, and while a Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation requirement typically exists, it has been waived for this specific solicitation. Pricing must be submitted as FOB Destination-Freight Prepaid, with no additional charges for delivery, taxes, or other fees unless explicitly itemized and included in the proposal. International bidders must ensure shipments are Duty Paid, with all import costs, duties, and taxes comprehensively detailed in their submission. The contract appears to be structured to accommodate flexibility in vendor selection while maintaining stringent technical specifications for the wildlife tracking equipment. Although a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the procurement involves 100 transmitters with sophisticated data collection capabilities, suggesting a potentially significant investment in wildlife research technology.