Wild Turkey Tracking Equipment

The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) is seeking bids for thirty‑five (35) worldwide 2G/4G UHF GPS transmitting backpacks to be used in wild turkey research. The equipment will be deployed in the field to collect location data on wild turkey movements, supporting the agency’s wildlife management and research initiatives. Vendors must supply fully functional, ready‑to‑use backpacks that meet the specified technical standards and delivery terms (FOB Destination). • Quantity: 35 GPS‑enabled backpacks (UHF, 2G/4G capable) • Intended use: Wildlife telemetry for wild turkey research in Connecticut • Delivery term: Free On Board Destination (FOB‑D) • Bid type: Invitation to Bid – open to all vendors • Required documentation: Standard bid forms, compliance with DEEP bid terms and conditions (see attached PDFs) • Contact: William Cassidy, Project Lead, Wildlife Division (phone and email provided) • No line‑item bid – single‑price submission for the full quantity