Queen's University Bonfire #Q-2026-021-WT

Queen's University is seeking to acquire a Portable NMR Soil and Rock Analyzer for advanced research applications. - Government Buyer: - Queen's University (Canada) - OEM and Vendor: - Vista Clara Inc. (highlighted as the Original Equipment Manufacturer and pre-identified supplier) - Product Requested: - Portable NMR Soil and Rock Analyzer - No specific part number or quantity provided - Product must meet or exceed technical requirements for soil and rock analysis using Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) technology - Unique Requirements: - Suppliers must submit documentation demonstrating their ability to provide a similar or superior system - Estimated costs and detailed responses to requirements are requested - The procurement is announced via an Advanced Contract Award Notice (ACAN), allowing for competition if other suppliers can meet the requirements - Competition: - If no suitable alternative submissions are received, the contract will be awarded to Vista Clara Inc.

Queen's University intends to purchase a Portable NMR Soil and Rock Analyzer from Vista Clara Inc. through an Advanced Contract Award Notice (ACAN). This notice allows other suppliers to submit their capabilities within a fifteen-calendar day period to potentially compete for the contract. If no suitable submissions are received, Queen's University may proceed with awarding the contract to the pre-selected supplier. Bidders must submit required documents including a Submission of Capabilities form, detailed responses to requirements, and estimated costs for a similar or better system.