Meteorological Tower

The South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD) is seeking bids for four fully equipped meteorological towers to support its air‑quality monitoring network. The contract covers the supply, delivery, documentation, optional training, warranty, and long‑term spare‑parts support for the towers, with strict acceptance‑testing timelines and a firm submission deadline. • Quantity: Four (4) telescoping meteorological towers, each ≥30 ft tall, corrosion‑resistant aluminum, 70 mph wind rating, ≤50 lb payload. • Included items: Winch, guy‑attachment hardware, mounting platform, hard‑copy operating manual, calibration report (hard and electronic), spare‑parts list, and optional Zoom‑based training. • Warranty & service: Minimum 1‑year warranty with 72‑hour component replacement, 7‑day field service, and spare‑parts availability for ≥10 years; annual spare‑parts cost estimate required. • Delivery & testing: FOB destination to AQMD’s Diamond Bar address, delivery by 22 Dec 2026, acceptance testing within 10 days of delivery (30‑60 day test window, up to 70 days total). • Evaluation: 30 % compliance, 35 % manufacturer qualification, 35 % technical compliance; price‑preference points up to 15 % for small‑business, DVBE, zero‑emission vehicle, off‑peak delivery, and most‑favored‑customer status.