Opportunity
Alberta Purchasing #AB-2025-02821
University of Calgary Direct Award: Kistler Force Plates for Biomechanics Research
Posted
April 10, 2025
Identifier
AB-2025-02821
NAICS
423490
This procurement opportunity involves the University of Calgary's direct award for specialized biomechanics research equipment: - Government Buyer: - University of Calgary (Canadian academic institution) - OEMs and Vendors: - Kistler Instrument Corp (OEM and sole-source vendor) - Products/Services Requested: - Four (4) force plates with accessories - Force plates feature piezoelectric sensors in each corner - Measure forces in vertical, horizontal, and transverse axes - Must be compatible with existing Kistler equipment - No specific part numbers provided - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Direct award with no competitive bidding due to compatibility needs - Equipment supports CFI funded biomechanics research projects - Intended for use in studies of walking, running, and jumping - Delivery Location: - University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Description
The University of Calgary intends to purchase four force plates and accessories for biomechanics research, specifically compatible with existing Kistler equipment to ensure consistency and reliability. These force plates contain piezoelectric sensors to measure forces in multiple axes and are essential for characterizing biomechanical processes such as walking, running, or jumping. The procurement is a direct award to Kistler Instrument Corp without competitive bidding, supporting CFI funded research projects.