Veris Technologies Optic Mapper

Trade Agreement: NAFTA/AIT/Canada FTAs with Peru/Colombia/Panama
Tendering Procedures: All interested suppliers may submit a bid
Attachment: None
Non-Competitive Procurement Strategy: Exclusive Rights
Comprehensive Land Claim Agreement: No
Vendor Name and Address: 
Veris Technologies Inc. Salina KS
601 N. Broadway, Salinas KS
67401
Salinas Kansas
United States
67401
Nature of Requirements: 
Title: Veris Technologies Optic Mapper


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

The Department ofAgriculture and Agri-Food Canad requires one
(1) Veris Technologies Optic Mapper to augment the existing
collection of geo-referenced Agricultural Site Characterization
equipment which are specifically designed to collect specific
data on soil properties at a field scale. The Optic Mapper
system will be used to, in partnership with existing AAFC
projects, to study soil organic content, to calibrate with
existing laboratory assessment methodology and to develop a
standardized filed data collectionn (interpretation) methodology.

Specifications for Optic Mapper 

The following specifications of the Veris Technologies Optic
Mapper are critical functionalities required by Agriculture and
Agri-Food Canada, Manitoba Region:

- on-the-go measurement of soil conductivity (at two spacings, 1
and 3 feet) and dual optic wavelengths (visible and near
infrared)

- adjustable depth of optic window between 1 and 3 inches

- NMEA 4X hermetically sealed enclosure with military-grade
water proof connections

- Operating Range -20C to 70C

- Data recording compatibility with Trimble GPS equipment and
with PC laptop

- Pull behind 4WD pickup truck with, electro-hydraulic
transition between field and highway

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 
CAD $31,050.00

6.	Proposed Contractor
	Veris Technologies Inc. 
	601N. Broadway
	Salina KS 67401

7.	The closing date for a submission of a statement of
capabilities

The closing date and time for accepting statements of
capabilities is December 30, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. MST.
	
8.	Departmental Contact Person

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

Name:		Mony Lee
Position:	Supply Specialist
Tel:		(780) 497-3535
Fax:		(780) 497-3510
E-mail:		mony.lee@pwgsc.gc.ca

9.	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.