How to bid on scintillometer equipment for the Department of the Army

What the Army is buying

The Army’s Meteorology Branch at White Sands Missile Range needs a BLS900 Neo scintillometer, a path reduction aperture, a power supply, and standard and tall tripods. The requirement is detailed in an attached Product Description.

Vendors may propose an equivalent product, but must provide documentation showing that it meets the required characteristics.

Deadline and submission timing

This is a request for proposals (RFP). The deadline is November 3, 2026, at 1:00 PM ET. The provided information does not state what happens at the deadline, so follow the solicitation’s instructions for submitting your response.

Who this opportunity may suit

This opportunity may suit equipment suppliers that can provide the specified scintillometer and related supplies, or an equivalent product supported by documentation. Review the Product Description to confirm that your offering fits the requirement.

How to access the bid

Click “View original source” above to open the opportunity on the portal. If the first click takes you to the portal homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid.

A free account may be needed to view documents, though some bids are accessible without one. Check the attached Product Description and the solicitation’s response instructions.

Prepare a clear, competitive response

Compare your proposed equipment and supplies against the Product Description. If offering an equivalent, organize documentation so evaluators can readily see how it meets each required characteristic.

Check the solicitation for the required response format and submission method, and allow time to complete any portal steps before the deadline. Make sure your response clearly identifies the items you are offering.