Stream Water Level Sensors

The Town of Cary, North Carolina, is soliciting bids under solicitation number 354-RFB-27-15 for the procurement of twenty complete flood inundation monitoring nodes to replace existing equipment within the Town's flood sensor network. These nodes must be new, current-production, self-contained IoT systems that operate as native devices within the AWARE SHIELD software environment. The required deliverables include the twenty water level sensor units, corresponding software subscriptions, and a three-year extended warranty for the nodes. Technical specifications require the systems to operate for at least seven days without solar recharge, utilize IP67-rated serial ports, and comply with MIL-STD-810G and MIL-STD-464 standards for environmental and electromagnetic interface requirements. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on the total price package per option, while also considering quality, performance, and delivery time. All materials must be delivered FOB destination by January 20, 2027. Bidders are required to submit their proposals electronically via the North Carolina electronic Vendor Portal by October 20, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET. The successful seller must maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, including Commercial General Liability of at least 1 million dollars per occurrence and 2 million dollars in the aggregate. Payment terms are Net 30 days following the receipt of a correct invoice and acceptance of goods. Additionally, the seller must comply with various federal and state regulations, including safety standards from OSHA and EPA, and specific federal fund compliance statements if applicable.