Sole Source Notification - Quantitative Analytical Services

The University of Wyoming is issuing a sole source purchase order for quantitative analytical services to Dr. Steffen Mumme, supporting the Wyoming Migration Initiative (WMI) and the Global Initiative on Ungulate Migration (GIUM). The procurement requires specialized services involving detailed GPS collar data analysis, database schema understanding, spatial GIS collar data organization, migration mapping team coordination, and custom R script creation. Specific deliverables include independent research on ungulate migrations, report writing, and publication development. The services necessitate strong existing relationships with international collaborators and advanced technical expertise in migration research methodologies. Electronic submissions are due by 2:00 PM Mountain Time on August 4, 2025, through BidNet's electronic solicitation portal, with the university reserving the right to be the sole judge in reviewing responses for quality, performance, and price. Interested parties can submit a Statement of Capabilities to demonstrate comparable service capabilities, with the university ultimately determining whether to proceed with a competitive solicitation.

The solicitation does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The procurement appears to be focused on an individual researcher, Dr. Steffen Mumme, suggesting this is a highly specialized, potentially single-source opportunity. No specific award value or budget range is disclosed in the documentation. The university emphasizes that this is an informational document and not a competitive quote request, leaving significant discretion in the procurement process. Any submitted capabilities statements must include clearly marked confidential or proprietary information, separately packaged and explicitly identified. The eventual purchase order will be governed by the University of Wyoming's standard Terms and Conditions. Potential suppliers are encouraged to review additional information about doing business with the university through the referenced link in the solicitation documentation.