NRCS- National Water and Climate Center (NWCC) SCAN Maintenance

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF

Notice type
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Solicitation #
12FPC326Q0038
NAICS
811210
PSC
J035
Set-aside
Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
Posted
July 16, 2026
Response due
July 29, 2026

What this opportunity is

The Department of Agriculture is seeking a contractor for maintenance of 124 SCAN sites, focusing on sensor replacements and site upkeep. This opportunity is set aside for total small businesses under NAICS 811210. Contractors will need to coordinate logistics and adhere to strict maintenance windows, requiring detailed documentation and proof of completed work. Interested small businesses should note that this is a combined synopsis/solicitation, indicating they should track the notice closely for further bidding instructions.

Analysis by Mindy, grounded in the SAM.gov notice.

Description

SCAN Site Maintenance Punchlist 124 Sites 2027 Contract • Contractor must coordinate a logistics meeting with SCAN staff to discuss scheduling and shipping details at least one month prior to the start of work. • One week prior to scheduled work, contractor must reach out to SCAN staff for an updated sensor malfunction list and confirm maintenance schedule or provide updates (if any). • Site maintenance must be completed within the maintenance windows listed on the punchlist. o If special circumstances arise for the date of completion of any work, it must be discussed with and approved by SCAN staff. • Random audit of work - Proof of checklist items will be required in the form of photos taken after the completion of work and emailed to SCAN staff, when requested. o These are separate from photos required to complete Survey123 and can include such things as proof of sensor level, sensor installation, etc. • Take pictures of surrounding area if any debris and waste are present and upload photos to site issue section in Survey123 • Return shipping will be paid for by the contractor and must be coordinated with SCAN staff. o All return items must be packaged with care and, where indicated, in accordance with the punchlist instructions. o Ensure to label returned components with the site they were taken out of. Do not write on the component or box. A taped sticky note will suffice. -- 1 of 85 -- SCAN Site Maintenance Punchlist 124 Sites 2027 Contract Watkinsville #1 Wedowee NB: 4/2027 NLT: 8/2027 Lehman Levelland Reese Center Johnson Farm NB: 6/2027 NLT: 10/2027 NB: 2/2027 NLT: 6/2027 NB: 3/2027 NLT: 7/2027 NB: 9/2027 NLT: 12/2027 NB: 4/2027 NLT: 8/2027 NB: 4/2027 NLT: 8/2027 NB: 8/2027 NLT: 12/2027 NB: 1/2027 NLT: 5/2027 NB: 9/2027 NLT: 12/2027 NB: 7/2027 NLT: 11/2027 -- 2 of 85 -- SCAN Site Maintenance Punchlist 124 Sites 2027 Contract -- 3 of 85 -- SCAN Site Maintenance Punchlist 124 Sites 2027 Contract 2057 – AAMU-JTG, AL RV50 Analog CR1000X (2026) Not Before Complete NLT Has new NEMA (2025) Jan 2027 May 2027 • Replace RV50 transmitter with RV50X. Return old transmitter; • Install new HMP155 head, new shield, and cable (if needed). Return old sensor in protective packaging for calibration; • Replace Pyranometer (2025) for calibration. Return old sensor; • Check all analog soil sensors and replace any nonfunctioning sensors 2078 – Bragg Farm, AL RV50 Analog CR1000X (2025) Not Before Complete NLT Has new NEMA (2025) Jan 2027 May 2027 • Replace RV50 transmitter with RV50X. Return old transmitter; • Install new HMP155 head, new shield, and cable (if needed). Return old sensor in protective packaging for calibration; • Replace Pyranometer (2025) for calibration. Return old sensor; • Check all analog soil sensors and replace any nonfunctioning sensors 2113 – Cullman-NAHRC, AL RV50 Analog CR1000X (2024) Not Before Complete NLT Has new NEMA (2024) Jan 2027 May 2027 • Replace RV50 transmitter with RV50X. Return old transmitter; • Install new HMP155 head, new shield, and cable (if needed). Return old sensor in protective packaging for calibration; • Replace Pyranometer (2025) for calibration. Return old sensor; • Check all analog soil sensors and replace any nonfunctioning sensors Site visit note: use a brushcutter to clear vegetation 2055 – Hodges, AL RV50 SDI-12 CR1000X (2024) Not Before Complete NLT Has new NEMA (2024) Jan 2027 May 2027 • Replace RV50 transmitter with RV50X. Return old transmitter; • Install new HMP155 head, new shield, and cable (if needed). Return old sensor in protective packaging for calibration; • Replace Pyranometer (2025) for calibration. Return old sensor; • Check all SDI-12 soil sensors and replace any nonfunctioning sensors 2173 – Isbell Farms, AL GOES SDI-12 CR1000X (2025) Not Before Complete NLT Has new NEMA (2025) Jan 2027 May 2027 • Replace current GOES radio with Sutron setup. Return old components; • Upgrade OS on datalogger to 8.4; • Install AM 16/32B. Rewire sensors according to wiring diagram; • Install new program for ST300 and send text to staff for back-end coordination (important!) • Install new HMP155 head, new shield, and cable (if needed). Return old sensor in protective packaging for calibration; • Replace Pyranometer (2025) for calibration. Return old sensor; • Check all SDI-12 soil sensors and replace any nonfunctioning sensors -- 4 of 85 -- SCAN Site Maintenance Punchlist 124 Sites 2027 Contract 2056 – Stanley Farm, AL RV50X Analog CR1000X (2024) Not Before Complete NLT Has new NEMA (2024) Jan 2027 May 2027 • Install new HMP155 head, new shield, and cable (if needed). Return old sensor in protective packaging for calibration; • Check all analog soil sensors and replace any nonfunctioning sensors Site visit note: Vegetation management and tree removal required. The vines at this site are likely poison ivy (or poison sumac?). These are leafless in the winter—and therefore are harder to identify—but will still cause a bad rash. 2179 – Sudduth Farms, AL RV50X SDI-12 CR1000X (2024) Not Before Complete NLT Has new NEMA (2024) Jan 2027 May 2027 • Install new HMP155 head, new shield, and cable (if needed). Return old sensor in protective packaging for calibration; • Replace Pyranometer (2025) for calibration. Return old sensor; • Check all SDI-12 soil sensors and replace any nonfunctioning sensors Site visit note: Vegetation management and tree removal required 2053 – Wtars, AL RV50 Analog CR1000X (2025) Not Before Complete NLT Has new NEMA (2025) Jan 2027 May 2027 • Replace RV50 transmitter with RV50X. Return old transmitter; • Install new HMP155 head, new shield, and cable (if needed). Return old sensor in protective packaging for calibration; • Replace Pyranometer (2025) for calibration. Return old sensor; • Check all analog soil sensors and replace any nonfunctioning sensors and keep soils in current location 2083 – Uapb Campus-PB, AR RV50 Analog CR1000X (2021) Not Before Complete NLT STANDARD SITE CONFIGURATION Jan 2027 May 2027 • Replace RV50

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