Purchase of Weather Sensors
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The General Services Administration (GSA), specifically the FEDERAL ACQUISITION SERVICE, has issued a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Request for Quote - RFQ) for the Purchase of Weather Sensors. This opportunity seeks Davis Instruments and Earth Networks brand name or equal weather sensors and related accessories. Quotes are due by March 6, 2026.
Scope of Work
This RFQ is for the purchase of specific part numbers of weather sensors, including gateways, activation requirements, sensor suites, data loggers, extension cables, mounting tripods, and lightning detection systems. Vendors must provide pricing for the listed part numbers or technically equivalent 'or equal' items. All items are for a single order, to be shipped to a Consolidation Point at Tracy, CA 95304.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Request for Quote (RFQ) / Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- Set-Aside: None (Open Market)
- NAICS: 334519 (Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing)
- Response Due: March 6, 2026, by 22:00 UTC
- Published: February 24, 2026
- Award Type: "All-or-none" award. Offers must be held firm for 60 calendar days.
Submission & Evaluation
Quotes must be submitted via email to cara.fowler@gsa.gov. Submissions must include BOTH the completed RFQ Document and Attachment 1 MIL-STD 129, signed on page 8. Evaluation will be based on Administrative Compliance (pass/fail), Technical Acceptability (pass/fail), and Lowest Evaluated Price. Late submissions will not be considered unless specific conditions are met.
Additional Notes
Vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database, update their representations and certifications on SAM.gov, and be able to accept orders via GSA's Order Management Services (OMS) Vendor Portal or Electronic Data Interchange (EDI). The Buy American Act applies to this acquisition. Attachment 1 provides critical guidance on Military Standard 129R marking and shipping label requirements, which is essential for compliance.