Mule Deer Collars 2027

The State of Montana, through its Fish, Wildlife & Parks agency, is seeking a sole‑source provider for 105 GPS telemetry collars to be used for mule‑deer monitoring in the 2027 season. The solicitation is an Intent to Sole Source, indicating that the state intends to award the contract to Lotek, but other vendors may submit a capability description. The requirement covers delivery of fully functional, ruggedized GPS collars that meet the agency’s specifications for wildlife telemetry. • Quantity: 105 GPS collars for mule deer. • Commodity codes: 0902 (GIS/GPS equipment) and 3212 (radio‑telemetric wildlife surveillance). • Procurement method: Intent to Sole Source – not a competitive RFP; vendors may only submit a description of how they can meet the specs. • Deadline for submission (including Q&A and bid documents): 21 Sept 2026 2:00 PM MDT (sealed‑until). • Payment terms: Net 30 in U.S. dollars.