Autonomous Recorder

This solicitation (1240BG25Q0066) is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for 313 autonomous sound recorders, set aside for small businesses (NAICS 334310). The recorders are needed to support the Northwest Forest Plan Effectiveness Monitoring Program, requiring rugged, weatherproof devices capable of extended field deployment (up to several months) with sunrise/sunset recording capabilities. Critical requirements include operation from -4°F to +185°F, IP67 rating, a minimum 78dB signal-to-noise ratio, and support for sample rates from 8kHz to 96kHz. Detailed specifications are provided in the attached "Autonomous Recorder Specifications" document. Offers are due 09/24/2025 at 11:00 AM Mountain Time and should be submitted electronically to william.g.ristoff@usda.gov. The RFQ includes various FAR and AGAR clauses, including those related to telecommunications equipment and services, responsibility matters, equal opportunity, and small business subcontracting. Offerors must have an active SAM registration and submit a technical proposal addressing evaluation factors in FAR 52.212-2, a price proposal including the completed Schedule of Items, and required representations and certifications. The award will be a firm-fixed price contract with a base period of 09/16/25 – 10/30/26.

Notice ID

cfa1dec3e4184ea8a34fc94f6f50d10e

Solicitation Number

1240BG25Q0066

NAICS Code

334310

Classification Code

5835