Survey Grade GPS System

The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) is seeking to procure a comprehensive survey grade GPS system through a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for its Habitat Division staff. The procurement includes one survey grade GPS rover, one GPS base station, one data collector/controller, and associated sampling hardware and software that will support field sampling activities in Marion County and the City of Salem. The primary objective is to collect high-accuracy position data for establishing benchmarks and developing digital elevation models to analyze flow conditions in larger streams. The GPS system must meet specific technical specifications, including advanced communication protocols, extended battery life, waterproof ratings, and precise positioning capabilities. Vendors are required to submit their quotations by 2:00 PM on April 20, 2023, with a mandatory delivery deadline of June 23, 2023. ODFW will evaluate bids based on responsiveness and vendor responsibility, with the contract to be awarded to the most advantageous proposal. Alternate bids that meet or exceed the specified requirements will be considered, and vendors must hold their pricing firm for 30 days from the submission date.

The RFQ appears to be open to all vendors without specific set-aside designations or restrictions on organizational types. No incumbent vendors or existing technology integration requirements are explicitly mentioned in the documentation. The procurement is funded by the state of Oregon, though specific budget ranges or award values are not disclosed in the available documents. The technical specifications suggest a preference for high-performance GPS equipment capable of professional-grade geospatial data collection, indicating that vendors should have demonstrated expertise in surveying and mapping technologies. While financial details are not fully transparent, the comprehensive technical requirements suggest a potentially significant investment in advanced geospatial tools. The equipment will be critical for ODFW's Habitat Division in conducting precise field sampling and environmental modeling, highlighting the strategic importance of this procurement for scientific and environmental research purposes.