Underwater Antenna Cable Purchase for RFID PIT Tag Operation

The Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife (ODFW) is conducting an intermediate procurement for 1,200 feet of specialized underwater antenna cable to support RFID PIT tag operations. The cable must meet specific technical requirements, including a thermal plastic elastomer inner jacket, 3-conductor design, polyurethane outer jacket, and 10 Gauge Type 2 Litz conductor cable from NE Wire or equivalent. Detailed specifications include a maximum depth rating of 100 feet, operating temperature range of -20 to +70 degrees Celsius, and precise dimensional requirements such as a 1.00"+/-.06" diameter. The solicitation requires bidders to submit proposals through OregonBuys by February 6, 2025, at 3:00 PM, with questions accepted via email until February 4, 2025. Vendors must complete a mandatory bid proposal form and comply with all attached technical specifications and federal contract terms.

The procurement encourages participation from COBID (Certification Office for Business Inclusion and Diversity) certified firms, though no specific set-aside requirements are explicitly stated. All vendors must be registered in OregonBuys, with free registration available, to be considered for the contract. The procurement will result in a purchase order with standard state terms and conditions, including payment within 30 days of delivery and potential late charges of up to 8% APR after 45 days. Vendors must hold pricing firm for 30 days and include all costs and delivery expenses in their total bid. While a specific budget range is not disclosed, the procurement appears to be for a specialized cable with precise technical requirements, suggesting a focused and potentially high-value acquisition. The delivery must be completed no later than September 2, 2025, providing vendors with ample time to source and deliver the specialized underwater antenna cable.