Description
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is seeking a contractor to operate a National Atmospheric Deposition Program (NADP) wet atmospheric monitoring station at site CO01 in Bent County, Colorado. The contractor will be responsible for weekly site visits to collect and process precipitation samples, transmit associated data, and perform routine instrument checks and maintenance. The contract will have a 12-month base period and four 12-month option periods. The USGS is funding the scientific activity, and the sponsoring organization maintains control of the site access.
Key responsibilities include:
• Operating the NADP/NTN wet atmospheric monitoring station
• Collecting, processing, and shipping precipitation samples
• Transmitting associated data, including precipitation gage records
• Performing routine instrument checks, maintenance, and repairs as needed