Opportunity
Texas DIR/ESBD #580-26-IFB-5134
Texas Water Development Board Solicits Ott HydroMet SatLink 3 Lite Satellite Transmitters
Posted
April 17, 2026
Respond By
May 04, 2026
Identifier
580-26-IFB-5134
NAICS
334220
The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) is seeking competitive bids for specialized satellite transmitters to support environmental monitoring. - Government Buyer: - Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) - Contact: Jessica Castilleja - OEM Highlight: - Ott HydroMet is the sole specified Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) - Products Requested: - 30 units of Ott HydroMet SatLink 3 Lite (SL3-LITE) Geostationary Operational Environmental Satellite Transmitters - Must meet detailed technical specifications: - GOES (NOAA/NESDIS) Certification Standard Version 2.0 - Bluetooth or Wi-Fi setup - iOS app compatibility - Automatic firmware updates - Test transmission utility - Digital GPS display - SDI-12 inputs - Robust environmental operating ranges - Freight services for delivery to TWDB office in Austin, TX - Unique Requirements: - Strictly proprietary procurement: Only Ott HydroMet SatLink 3 Lite (SL3-LITE) transmitters will be accepted - Bids must conform exactly to the specified brand and model per Texas Government Code Section 2155.067 - Delivery required to 1700 N. Congress Ave., 6th floor, Austin, TX 78701 - Estimated contract value: $90,420 - Open to all qualified bidders via the Texas SmartBuy portal
Description
The Texas Water Development Board is soliciting bids for SL3 Lites, specifically the Ott HydroMet SL3-LITE satellite geostationary operational environmental satellite transmitters. The procurement includes 30 units of the SatLink 3 Lite and associated freight. Bidders must conform exactly to the specifications provided, including brand and model, and submit bids by May 4, 2026, at 2:00 PM Central Time. The solicitation includes detailed terms and conditions and is open through the Texas SmartBuy portal.