Texas A&M SCIQuest #TTI-ITB-1483

Texas A&M University Solicits Eddy Covariance System and Meteorological Tower for Research

Texas A&M University is seeking bids for a complete Eddy Covariance system with a meteorological tower for research at the RELLIS campus. - Government Buyer: - Texas A&M University - Products and Equipment Requested: - Eddy Covariance system including: - Infrared Gas Analyzer (IRGA) with open path CO2/H2O analyzer and digital signal interface - Three-dimensional omni-directional Sonic Anemometer (not coupled with IRGA) - Power cables (minimum 5m) - Data logger capable of field data processing - Cellular modem - Solar panel - Power system/batteries compatible with solar panels - Aluminum tripod with adjustable height (minimum 2m) - Meteorological sensors including: - Data logger/acquisition module - Humidity and temperature probe - Radiation shield - Tipping bucket rain gauge - Quantum sensor - Pyranometer sensor - Net radiometer - At least two soil temperature sensors - At least two soil moisture sensors - At least one soil flux plate - Installation kit - Services Requested: - Installation and setup of the system and tower at the RELLIS campus - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Solar package and batteries must support year-round operation in Texas - Mounting system must withstand Texas weather and be removable for relocation - Bidders must specify power requirements, charging cable length, and operating conditions - Multiple system proposals are allowed to meet all requirements - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation

Description

Texas A&M University is soliciting bids for an Eddy Covariance system including a meteorological tower to be used for research projects at the RELLIS campus. The system must include an Infrared Gas Analyzer, Sonic Anemometer, power cables, data logger, cellular modem, solar panel, power system/batteries, and an aluminum tripod. Meteorological sensors required include humidity and temperature probes, radiation shield, tipping bucket rain gauge, quantum sensor, pyranometer sensor, net radiometer, soil temperature and moisture sensors, soil flux plate, and installation kit. The solar package and batteries must operate year-round in Texas, and the mounting system must withstand typical Texas weather and be removable.

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