66--The purpose of this solicitation is to purchase a flow meter for Elephant Butte Field Division.

Solicitation 140R4023Q0037, issued by the Department of the Interior's Power Office for the Elephant Butte Field Division, is a request for the procurement of a modern flow meter to replace an obsolete 42-year-old McCrometer propeller-style meter at the Bonita Lateral pipeline. The objective is to implement a non-mechanical, acoustic or sonar-based system, such as a Sontek IQ Pipe or equivalent, capable of providing accurate instantaneous and totalized discharge measurements. The required equipment must be suitable for a 30-inch diameter pipeline, adaptable to smaller sizes, and durable enough for long-term deployment in reservoir water conditions. Key technical specifications include digital output, internal data logging, low power consumption, and compatibility with existing telemetry infrastructure. The project is designated as a 100 percent small business set aside, with the award determined based on best value procedures. The contractor is responsible for providing technical brochures, warranties, and installation support. According to the project amendments, the period of performance is established from May 29, 2023, to July 31, 2023. All quotations and supporting documentation were required to be submitted electronically to ensure the reliable accounting of water discharge through the Bonita Lateral system.