Platform Transmitter Terminals

Trade Agreement: NAFTA/AIT/Canada FTAs with Peru/Colombia/Panama
Tendering Procedures: Generally only one firm has been invited
to bid
Attachment: None
Non-Competitive Procurement Strategy: Government Objectives
Representing Best Interests/Value to Govt
Comprehensive Land Claim Agreement: Yes
Vendor Name and Address: 
Microwave Telemetry Inc.
8835 COLUMBIA 100 PKWY
SUITES K & L
COLUMBIA Maryland
United States
21045
Nature of Requirements: 
Platform Transmitter Terminals


1.	Purpose of an Advance Contract Notice (ACAN)

An Advance Contract Award Notice (ACAN) allows department and
agencies to post a notice, for no less than fifteen (15)
calendar days, indicating to the supplier community that it
intends to award a goods, service or construction contract to a
pre-identified supplier.  If no other supplier submits, on or
before the closing date, a Statement of Capabilities that meets
the requirements set out in the ACAN, the contracting authority
may then proceed with the award.  However, should a Statement of
Capabilities be found to meet the requirements set out in the
ACAN, then the contracting officer will proceed to a full
tendering process.

2.	Definition of requirements and sole source justification

Environment Canada regularly deploys Platform Transmitter
Terminals (PTTs) on several shorebird species in order to track
flight patterns, nesting and other environmental indicators of
shorebirds. Due to the small size and weight of the birds, the
PTTs must be small and lightweight enough not to hamper the
bird's normal routines.

Specifications for Platform Transmitter Terminals

Each PTT must meet or exceed the following specifications:
Be less than 5.00 grams in total weight (including all parts
such as power/battery components and antennae)
Height (profile) of unit (excluding antennae) while mounted on
bird's back must not exceed 7.5mm (0.30")
Width of unit must not exceed 14mm (0.55")
Length of unit must not exceed 24 mm (0.95")
Be externally mounted (no implanting acceptable)
Have attachment locations for Teflon ribbon (for mounting onto
birds in 'back pack' style)
Have a built in or permanently attached antennae that must be:
Flexible enough to withstand breakage in poor weather conditions
(rain, snow, cold and during bird mating) 
no longer than 213mm (8.5") in addition to the unit length
Be entirely rust-proof
Withstand extended and prolonged exposure to water, including
salt water
Be able to communicate to satellites to upload data via Argos
system, communications
must include at minimum with every transmission:
geographical location,
temperature, and
battery voltage
Have a transmission interval of less than 120 seconds
Operate in temperatures as high as +40 degrees Celsius and as
low as -3 degrees Celsius
Have a mechanism for testing each specific unit before
deployment on a bird
Be able to be turned on and off manually
Be capable of running for multiple consecutive years without
re-handling the bird (i.e.
battery replacement on a regular schedule is not acceptable)
Be able to withstand power failures and restart automatically
when power source regained


Proof of unit testing or deployment on a shorebird species,
specifically sandpipers or plovers will be required in the
statement of capabilities. Acceptable proof will include
published studies or through references (name/contact
information must be supplied).

3.	Trade Agreements

Article 1016, Section 2, (b) of the North American Free Trade
Agreement (NAFTA) 
"...where, for works of art, or for reasons connected with the
protection of patents, copyrights or other exclusive rights, or
proprietary information or where there is an absence of
competition for technical reasons, the goods or services can be
supplied only by a particular supplier and no reasonable
alternative or substitute exists;"

Article 506, Section 12 (b) of the Agreement on Internal Trade
(AIT)
"...where there is an absence of competition for technical
reasons and the goods or services can be supplied only by a
particular supplier and no alternative or substitute exists;"

4.	Government Contracts Regulations Exception
This contract is subject to subsection 6 (d) of the Government
Contracts Regulations, in that only one person or company is
capable of performing the contract.

5.	Total Estimated Value 
USD $32,500.00

6.	Proposed Contractor
	Microwave Telemetry, Inc.
	8835 Columbia 100 Parkway, Suites K & L
	Columbia, MD 21045 USA
	
7.	Departmental Contact Person

Suppliers may address inquiries or submit their statement of
capabilities to:

Name:		Ian Taylor
Position:	Supply Specialist
Tel:		(780) 497-3621
Fax:		(780) 497-3510
E-mail:		Ian.Taylor@pwgsc.gc.ca

8.	Submission of Statement of Capabilities by Suppliers

Suppliers who consider themselves fully qualified and available
to provide the goods described herein, may submit a statement of
capabilities in writing to the contact person identified in this
Notice on or before the closing date of this Notice.  The
statement of capabilities must clearly demonstrate how the
supplier meets the advertised requirements.  Proof of unit
testing or deployment on a shorebird species, specifically
sandpipers or plovers will be required in the statement of
capabilities. Acceptable proof will include published studies or
through references (name/contact information must be supplied). 

The PWGSC file number, the contracting officer's name and the
closing date of the ACAN must appear on the outside of the
envelope in block letters or, in the case of a facsimile
transmission, on the covering page.

The Crown retains the right to negotiate with suppliers on any
procurement.

Documents may be submitted in either official language of Canada.


Delivery Date: Above-mentioned

You are hereby notified that the government intends to negotiate
with one firm only as identified above. Should you have any
questions concerning this requirement, contact the contracting
officer identified above.

An Advance Contract Award Notice (ACAN) allows departments and
agencies to post a notice, for no less than fifteen (15)
calendar days, indicating to the supplier community that it
intends to award a good, service or construction contract to a
pre-identified contractor. If no other supplier submits, on or
before the closing date, a Statement of Capabilities that meets
the requirements set out in the ACAN, the contracting authority
may then proceed with the award.  However, should a Statement of
Capabilities be found to meet the requirements set out in the
ACAN, then the contracting authority will proceed to a full
tendering process.

Suppliers who consider themselves fully qualified and available
to provide the services/goods described herein, may submit a
statement of capabilities in writing to the contact person
identified in this Notice on or before the closing date of this
Notice. The statement of capabilities must clearly demonstrate
how the supplier meets the advertised requirements.

The PWGSC file number, the contracting officer's name and the
closing date of the ACAN must appear on the outside of the
envelope in block letters or, in the case of a facsimile
transmission, on the covering page.

The Crown retains the right to negotiate with suppliers on any
procurement.

Documents may be submitted in either official language of Canada.