Alberta Purchasing #ACAN 2026-0105

Direct Procurement of Barrett 3DoF Haptic Exoskeleton Wrist for University of Alberta

The University of Alberta is pursuing a direct procurement for a specialized haptic exoskeleton wrist module. - Government Buyer: - University of Alberta - OEM Highlight: - Barrett Technology LLC is the sole manufacturer and supplier - Products/Services Requested: - 3DoF haptic exoskeleton wrist - Must be fully compatible with the existing Barrett 4DoF haptic leader arm - Utilizes Barrett's proprietary 'Puck' motor drivers and programming - Communicates via Barrett's unique CAN data bus - No part number or quantity specified - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Only Barrett Technology LLC can provide a wrist module that mounts directly to the current Barrett arm - No other vendors offer compatible wrist modules or components - Alternative solutions would require significant redesign, higher costs, and project delays - Procurement is a direct award under a trade agreement exception - Classified under industrial manufacturing machinery and robotics

Description

The University of Alberta is issuing a notice of proposed procurement for the purchase of a 3DoF haptic exoskeleton wrist from Barrett Technology LLC. This procurement is a direct award due to Barrett being the sole supplier capable of meeting the technical and integration requirements, ensuring compatibility with an existing 4DoF haptic leader arm supplied by Barrett. The wrist must integrate seamlessly with proprietary hardware and communication protocols unique to Barrett's technology. Alternative suppliers cannot provide compatible components, and procuring from others would cause significant redesign, cost increases, and delays. The procurement is under a trade agreement exception with a close date of July 14, 2026.

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