Carbon Flux Sensor and Tower

Solicitation 1232SA26Q1354 is a combined synopsis and request for quotation issued by the USDA ARS for the procurement of Carbon Flux Sensors and Towers to be deployed in Stoneville, Mississippi. This unrestricted acquisition, under NAICS code 334516, seeks a compact, state-of-the-science system for real-time monitoring of crop canopy scale photosynthesis and carbon assimilation. The technical requirements specify a single-mast system at least 5 meters high with no cross arms, integrated solar panels, an ultrasonic anemometer, and a gas analyzer capable of measuring CO2, latent heat, sensible heat, and momentum. The equipment must be weatherproof to IEC IP65 standards and provide raw 10Hz and processed data via serial and SDI-12 outputs. The contract is a firm-fixed-price purchase order with a performance period of 60 days after receipt of order and delivery terms set as FOB Destination. Award will be based on the lowest price technically acceptable criteria, requiring a technical capability narrative of no more than five pages and a review of past performance. Amendment 0001 increased the required quantity for CLIN 0001 from one to two units and updated the technical specifications. Responsive quotes must include a completed SF1449 with a Unique Entity ID, a signed SF30 acknowledgement, and certifications regarding the Buy American Act and place of manufacture. Submissions must be emailed to the primary point of contact by the deadline specified on sam.gov.