7G--PIT Tag IDIQ

The Department of the Interior’s Upper Colorado Regional Office has announced a forthcoming solicitation (RFP 140R4026R0003) for the procurement of Passive Integrated Transponders (PIT) tags and associated equipment under a five-year Multiple Award Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. The contract scope includes PIT tags, readers, implanters, needles, antenna systems, related software, and limited professional services. This acquisition is structured as a partial small business set-aside, allowing for up to five awards: two for large businesses and three for small businesses. The objective is to secure products and technical assistance that meet specific physical and operational specifications critical for monitoring and tracking applications relevant to the agency’s missions. This solicitation aims to encourage open competition while reserving the government’s right to award contracts with or without discussions. It is designed to streamline access to necessary technological tools and support for long-term projects within the region. The official solicitation was initially planned for release in January 2026, with responses due by early June 2026. All communications and updates regarding this procurement will be managed through the SAM.gov platform, and the primary point of contact for interested vendors is the Upper Colorado Regional Office representative, Russell Oaks. The contract's NAICS code is 334511, denoting electronic component manufacturing, highlighting the technical nature of the equipment to be acquired.