Klamath Watershed Nano fish tags
Federal opportunity from Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife. Place of performance: OR. Response deadline: Sep 16, 2022.
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Klamath Watershed Nano fish tags
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Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife has an opportunity titled “Klamath Watershed Nano fish tags,” with responses due by 2022-09-16 14:00 UTC. The description is extremely brief and only indicates a need for nano fish tags supporting work in the Klamath Watershed. With no specifications provided (tag type, quantity, readers/software, delivery terms), bidders should treat this as a likely supply-focused solicitation pending full requirements. Success will depend on quickly confirming the exact tag technology and any compatibility requirements with ODFW’s existing telemetry/monitoring infrastructure.
Procure nano fish tags for fisheries work associated with the Klamath Watershed (likely tagging/monitoring fish), presumably as a product purchase and delivery to ODFW or an ODFW-designated location.
- Manufacturers or authorized distributors of nano fish tags with prior experience supplying fisheries agencies or watershed monitoring programs.
- Vendors able to provide compatible tags for the Klamath Watershed program needs and deliver by ODFW’s required schedule (to be confirmed).
- Confirm required nano fish tag technology (e.g., acoustic, PIT, radio) and any size/weight constraints for target species in the Klamath Watershed.
- Provide nano fish tags meeting specified performance characteristics (battery life, transmission rate, unique ID coding scheme, operating frequency) once known.
- Supply any required ancillary items (e.g., programming equipment, chargers, adhesives) if included in the buyer’s requirements.
- Document tag specifications, lot/serialization details, and QA/QC or calibration certificates if required.
- Package and ship tags per ODFW instructions; provide delivery schedule and tracking.
- Provide warranty/RMA process and technical support for tag programming/activation if in scope.
- Completed offer/pricing submission per OregonBuys event S-63500-00004185 (as applicable).
- Product datasheets for the proposed nano fish tags (dimensions, mass, operating specs).
- Compliance matrix mapping the buyer’s requirements to the proposed tag model(s) (pending receipt of full specifications).
- Delivery plan including lead time, shipping method, and any constraints.
- Warranty terms and RMA/DOA replacement process.
- Point of contact for technical questions and post-award support.
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- Response deadline is 2022-09-16 14:00 UTC; ensure submission timing aligns with OregonBuys system time rules.
- Because the posted description is only “Klamath Watershed Nano fish tags,” confirm whether there are attachments/specs in the sourcing system before finalizing a bid.
- Given likely supply nature, price by line item (tag unit price) plus separate lines for programming equipment/accessories if requested, and clearly state shipping terms.
- Offer volume-based tiers if quantities are uncertain or if the buyer requests multiple delivery releases.
- Call out any non-recurring costs (programming setup, calibration) separately rather than embedding in unit price, unless the solicitation requires all-inclusive pricing.
- If you are not the manufacturer, team as an authorized distributor with a letter of authorization from the tag OEM.
- Consider a support partner only if ODFW requires on-site training or tag implantation support (not indicated in the notice).
- Requirements risk: the notice provides no tag technology, quantities, compatibility constraints, or performance requirements; bidding without the full spec set could lead to noncompliance.
- Compatibility risk: nano fish tags are often tied to specific receiver ecosystems; proposing the wrong technology/frequency could be disqualifying.
- Schedule risk: lead times for specialized tags can be long; clarify required delivery dates versus the response deadline.
- What tag technology is required (acoustic, PIT, radio) and what frequencies/encoding must be supported?
- What quantity of nano fish tags is being requested, and is there an option for additional quantities?
- Are the tags required to be compatible with existing ODFW receivers/software (please specify make/model/version)?
- What are the required physical constraints (max length/diameter, max mass) and target species/life stage?
- What performance requirements apply (battery life, ping rate, expected detection range, operating temperature)?
- Are accessories/services required (programming tools, training, implantation supplies, technical support)?
- What delivery location and required delivery date(s) apply for the Klamath Watershed project?
- Are there any required QA/traceability documents (serialization, calibration certificates, acceptance testing)?
Some notices publish limited source detail. Confirm these points before final bid/no-bid decisions.
- Tag technology/type, performance specs, quantities, delivery location/terms, and any attachments or detailed requirements in OregonBuys are not provided in the brief.
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