Telemetric Data Water Quality Buoy

The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, Bureau of State Parks Resource Management and Planning Division is seeking a vendor to supply a Telemetric Data Water Quality Buoy for Pinchot Lake at Gifford Pinchot State Park. The comprehensive procurement requires a vendor to provide a multi-parameter water quality monitoring station, including a buoy assembly, data logger, weather sensor, cellular modem, and multi-parameter water quality sonde, along with installation and on-site technical services. The primary objective is to establish a real-time monitoring system capable of collecting chemical, physical, and biological water quality parameters. The solicitation is a no-substitute competitive bid, with electronic submissions required through the PA Supplier Portal. Key deadlines include a bid posting date of January 30, 2020, and a bid submission due date of February 13, 2020. Evaluation criteria will focus on responsiveness, vendor qualifications, and total bid price, with the contract to be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder. The contract term will commence upon full execution of the purchase order and is set to terminate on June 30, 2020.

The procurement appears to have provisions for Pennsylvania-based businesses through the Reciprocal Limitations Act, which provides preferences for in-state manufacturers and suppliers. Bidders must complete the Reciprocal Limitations Act form, detailing the manufacturer's location and origin of products. While no specific small business set-asides are explicitly outlined, the accompanying Small Business Procurement Initiative document suggests potential opportunities for small business participation. Payment for the contract will be made on a reimbursement basis following delivery and final acceptance of the approved product. The Commonwealth reserves the right to extend the contract term up to three months and maintains flexibility in the procurement process. Although a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, vendors are required to include all materials, items, and services necessary to meet the product specifications in their bid price. The Commonwealth is tax-exempt and retains the right to pursue alternative procurement methods if deemed in its best interest.