Merx #30541

Manitoba Solicitation for Innovasea and Vemco Fish Acoustic Equipment

The Government of Manitoba is seeking quotations for the supply and delivery of specialized fish acoustic equipment to support wildlife research and monitoring: - Government Buyer: - Government of Manitoba, Department of Public Service Delivery, Department of Natural Resources and Indigenous Futures - OEMs and Vendors: - Innovasea (manufacturer of VR2TX Acoustic Tracker Receivers) - Vemco (manufacturer of V16 Multi-Purpose Transmitters) - Products/Services Requested: - Innovasea VR2TX Acoustic Tracker Receivers - Estimated annual quantity: 15 units - Key features: 69 KHZ frequency, 500-meter depth rating, built-in transmitter, programmable self-transmitter, discovery mode, programmable watch table, 3.6V lithium D cell battery - Vemco V16 Multi-Purpose Transmitters - Estimated annual quantity: 128 units - Key features: 16 mm diameter, designed for medium to large fish species, 69 KHZ operation, epoxy case with rounded ends - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Equipment must be suitable for studying fish behavior, migration, survival, and habitat preferences - Firm pricing required for the entire contract period - Preference given to Canadian vendors in accordance with Manitoba procurement policies and trade agreements - Delivery and invoicing to be made to Gimli, Manitoba - Contract Details: - Three-year base contract with an option for a one-year extension (up to four years total) - Quantities are annual estimates for comparison purposes - Delivery Location: - 75th 7 Avenue, Gimli, MB, R0C 1B0

Description

This Request for Quotations (RFQ) issued by the Government of Manitoba invites vendors to submit bids for the supply and delivery of fish acoustic equipment, including receivers and transmitters, for the Department of Natural Resources and Indigenous Futures. The contract term is three years with an optional one-year extension. The equipment must meet specified technical requirements to ensure compatibility with existing systems. Preference is given to Canadian vendors in accordance with Manitoba's procurement policies and trade agreements.

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