SL3 Lites & GOES Ant/GPS

The Texas Water Development Board is issuing a competitive proprietary solicitation, number 580-27-IFB-5885, for the procurement of specific satellite transmission and positioning hardware. The scope of work includes the delivery of 10 SatLink 3-Lite Geostationary Operational Environmental Satellite Transmitters (Model SL3-LITE) and 20 Geostationary Antennas with GPS and Mounting Brackets (Model GEO-ANT_GPS). The hardware must adhere to Version 2.0 GOES 300 bps and 1200 bps certification standards, support an operating voltage of 10.8 to 16 V DC, and operate in temperatures ranging from -40 to +70 C. Bids must be submitted via email to the Bid-Room by November 10, 2026, at 2:00 PM Central. This is a proprietary solicitation conducted under Texas Government Code Section 2155.067, meaning only bids that conform exactly to the specified brand, make, and model will be considered for award. The contract is governed by various Texas Government Code requirements, including certifications regarding energy company boycotts, firearm entity non-discrimination, and the prohibition of financial participation in preparing specifications. Key administrative terms include Net30 payment terms and FOB Destination freight terms, with delivery to Austin, Texas. Respondents must also provide a W-9 form and certify compliance with state laws regarding cybersecurity training and electronic equipment recycling.