Opportunity
Delaware My Market Place #NAT270001-AIRQUALITY
Delaware Seeks Daily Air Quality Forecasting Services for Ozone and PM2.5 (2027–2029)
Posted
June 10, 2026
Respond By
August 07, 2026
Identifier
NAT270001-AIRQUALITY
NAICS
541620
The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC), Division of Air Quality, is seeking professional services for daily air quality forecasting of Ozone (O3) and fine Particulate Matter (PM2.5) for the years 2027 through 2029. - Government Buyer: - Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC), Division of Air Quality - Scope of Services: - Daily air quality forecasts for Ozone (O3) and PM2.5 - Three forecasting options: - Ozone forecasts during the ozone season (May 1 – September 30) - Ozone and PM2.5 forecasts during the ozone season - Ozone forecasts during the ozone season and PM2.5 forecasts year-round - Coordination with the National Weather Service for air quality alerts - Submission of forecasts to EPA AirNow-Tech - Annual summary reports with forecast verification statistics and skill analysis - Period of Performance: - Base period: 2027–2029 (three years) - Two optional one-year extensions possible - Ozone season: May 1 – September 30 each year - Year-round PM2.5 forecasts: January 1 – December 31 each year - Unique Requirements: - Vendors must provide pricing for each forecasting option - Annual summary and verification reports required by March 31 following each calendar year - No specific OEMs or named vendors; open to qualified professional service providers - Vendors must coordinate with federal agencies and comply with data submission protocols
Description
The State of Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control is seeking professional services to provide daily air quality forecasts for Ozone (O3) and fine Particulate Matter (PM2.5). The solicitation includes three forecasting options covering different periods and pollutants, with forecasts required from 2027 through 2029. Vendors must submit proposals by August 7, 2026, and include a transmittal letter addressing any exceptions and data handling assurances. The contract will involve verification of forecasts and annual summary reports.