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ECAO eDNA Auto Samplers
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The Bureau of Reclamation’s Great Plains Regional Office is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Synopsis to identify capable vendors for the future procurement of two autonomous environmental DNA eDNA Auto Sampler systems under NAICS code 334516, Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing. This effort is not a formal solicitation and does not constitute a government commitment or request for quotes; it is strictly for information and planning purposes to assess industry capabilities and refine requirements for a future firm-fixed-price acquisition. Respondents are asked to provide their business name, address, point of contact including email and phone number, Unique Entity ID, and socioeconomic classifications such as small business, 8(a), HUBZone, Women-owned, or Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned status. The systems required must be modular, capable of autonomous or tethered operation with a user-friendly programming interface, and able to collect multiple independent and replicate water samples for invasive species detection. Each system must integrate RFID for traceability with Bluetooth or satellite connectivity, include GPS, CTD, and DO sensors, and be compatible with sterilization via autoclave or bleach. The units must operate in rugged field conditions, withstand variable temperatures and rough handling, and feature an IP43 water-resistant enclosure. Each system must include four Lithium Iron Phosphate batteries (12.8V 22.5Ah), two chargers, two solar panel chargers if available, custom carrying cases, shipping straps, intake hoses, connectors, strainers, and sterilizable filters. A minimum one-year manufacturer’s warranty covering parts and labor is required. All responses must be submitted electronically by 3:00 p.m. MDT on June 18, 2026, to Monte Baird at monte_baird@ios.doi.gov, with no reimbursement provided for response costs. A formal solicitation, if issued, will be posted on SAM.gov and will specify delivery to the Bureau of Reclamation facility in Loveland, Colorado, within 30 calendar days of award, under F.O.B. Destination terms.
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This acquisition is being conducted as a Full and Open Competition under NAICS 334516, Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing. Award will be made on a best-value basis considering the evaluation factors identified in the solicitation. Quotations shall be submitted electronically in accordance with the Combined Synopsis/Solicitation instructions.
Questions regarding this solicitation must be submitted no later than 10:00 a.m. (MDT) on July 30, 2026. Government responses to timely submitted questions will be posted to SAM.gov via an amendment or other notice, as applicable. Vendors are responsible for monitoring SAM.gov for all solicitation amendments and updates.
Quotations are due no later than 11:00 a.m. (MDT) on August 7, 2026, in accordance with the solicitation requirements.
Delivery is required F.O.B. Destination within 30 calendar days after award to the Bureau of Reclamation facility in Loveland, Colorado.
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