Sole Source Purchase for Gravity Powered Micro Irrigation Systems

The Middle Rio Grande Conservancy District is seeking to purchase gravity-powered micro-irrigation systems that include data collection. The systems must be compatible with existing flood irrigation canals and not require filtration. The project aims to demonstrate the use of gravity-powered micro-irrigation systems as an alternative to flood irrigation on pecan and alfalfa crops in the Rio Grande Basin. The scope of work includes the installation of the systems, data collection, mapping of project areas using GIS, and training on how to use and maintain the systems. • The systems must be powered by gravity alone, with no external energy source required. • The systems must be compatible with existing flood irrigation canals, with low head pressure. • The systems must not require filtration, as the water available for irrigation is highly turbid. • The systems must include data collection and mapping of project areas using GIS. • The vendor must provide training on how to use and maintain the systems.