Intent to Sole Source OTT HYDROMET CORP for Pluvio2 400 precipitation gauge with mounting equipment

The University of Montana-Climate Office is considering a request to award a Sole Source contract to OTT HYDROMET CORP for the provision of Pluvio2 400 precipitation gauges with mounting equipment and accessories. The contract requires the purchase of 36 OTT Pluvio2 400 gauges, 36 Mesonet Pluvio L Rim-Heat add-ons, and 325 OTT Pluvio 2 installation cables. The purpose of this product is to record precipitation in all forms, including liquid, snow, and hail, with a measurement accuracy of +/- 0.254 mm and a collection orifice of at least 8 inches in diameter. The University has selected OTT HYDROMET CORP based on field testing and market research, which showed that the OTT Pluvio2 L 400 gauge provided the most accurate measurements. • The contract is for a sole source procurement, meaning that only one vendor will be awarded the contract. • The University is seeking a vendor that can provide equivalent products to OTT HYDROMET CORP. • The contract requires the vendor to provide a detailed description of their product and how it meets the required specifications. • The University reserves the right to issue a competitive solicitation if more than one vendor is found to be capable of providing the required products.