Basson

Trade Agreement: NAFTA/AIT/Canada FTAs with Peru/Colombia/Panama
Tendering Procedures: Generally only one firm has been invited to bid
Non-Competitive Procurement Strategy: Exclusive Rights
Comprehensive Land Claim Agreement: No
Vendor Name and Address:
BELL BASSOONS LIMITED
2126 McCrackens Landing Rd
Douro-Dummer Ontario
Canada
K0L2H0
Nature of Requirements:

Bassoon Musical Instrument

W0100-16I024/A
Mosher, Gina
Telephone No. - (902) 496-5324 ( )
Fax No. - (902) 496-5016 ( )

Title: Bassoon Musical Instrument

1. An ACAN is a public notice indicating to the supplier community that

a department or agency intends to award a contract for goods, services or construction to a pre-identified supplier, thereby allowing other suppliers to signal their interest in bidding, by submitting a statement of capabilities.

If no supplier submits a statement of capabilities that meets the requirements set out in the ACAN, on or before the closing date stated in the ACAN, the contracting officer may then proceed with the award to the pre-

identified supplier.

2. Definition of requirement

TheDepartment of National Defence has a requirement for one (1) Benson

Bell Bassoon Musical Instrument, Serial #039, overhauled, revoiced with

new u-tube, new Marcus Bonna Leather case and two (2) bocals.

Delivery to include Shipping and Handling to Department of National Defence, HMC Dockyard, Halifax, Nova Scotia.

3. Criteria for assessment of the Statement of Capabilities

Minimum Essential Requirements

Any interested supplier must demonstrate by way of a statement of capabilities that its bassoon musical instrument meets the following
requirements:

a. Of great importance to this bassoon in particular, is the position and configuration of the bocal (the metal tube upon which a reed is attached which vibrates to produce the sound). This bassoon has been identified as the instrument which most suits the musician’s physical abilities. Also the layout of the keys upon which you place your fingers can vary greatly depending on the manufacturer’s design. For instance, if one designer is a large man, the keys would be spaced differently than one designed by a smaller woman. The evidence of this can be seen in many keyed instruments such as saxophones, clarinets, flutes, etc. This instrument has been identified as a perfect matchfor the musician’s han

ds and physical makeup.

b. Must be able to play in different tuning configurations depending on the application. For example, standard pitch is A440Hz and can vary greatly between makers i.e. A438Hz-A442Hz.

c. The instrument must be specifically designed and tuned to play at A440Hz which fits the requirement for the Stadacona Band.

d. The instrument identified has a projecting clear tone that can be heard alongside a number of brass and percussion instruments, but also able to easily play softly when supporting a woodwind chamber ensemble.

4.

Applicability of the trade agreements to the procurement

This procurement is subject to the following trade agreements:

• Agreement on Internal Trade (AIT)
• North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA)

5. Justification for the Pre-Identified Supplier

The proposed vendor is the owner and manufacturer recommended for this particular instrument as it meets all the requirements due to its specific construction. It is the best fit for the musician for use in the Stadacona band.

6. Government Contracts Regulations Exception(s)

The following exception to the Government Contracts Regulations is invoked for this procurement under subsection 6(d) - "only one person is capable of performing the work".

7. Exclusions and/or Limited Tendering Reasons

The following exclusions and/or limited tendering reasons are invoked:

• Agreement on Internal Trade(AIT) - Article 506.12(b)
• North American FreeTrade Agreement(NAFTA) Article 1016.2(b)

8. Delivery Date

December 15, 2015

9. Cost estimate of the proposed contract

The estimated value for this notice is in the following cost category:

• between $25,000.00 and $40,000.00 (applicable taxes included)

10. Name and address of the pre-identified supplier

Bell Bassoons Limited
2126 McCracken's Landing Road
Douro-Dummer, Ontario
Canada
K0L 2H0

11. Suppliers' right to submit a statement of capabilities

Suppliers whoconsider themselves fully qualified and available to provide the goods, services or construction services described in the ACAN, 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.

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

The closing date and time for accepting statements of capabilities is December 4, 2015 at 2:00 P.M. ADT

13. Inquiries and submission of statements of capabilities

Inquiries and statements of capabilities are to be directed to:

GINA MOSHER
Supply Specialist
Public Works and Government Services Canada
Acquisitions Branch
1713 Bedford Row
Halifax, Nova Scotia
Telephone: 902-496-5324 Facsimile: 902-496-5016
E-mail address: g••••••••@•••••.••.ca

Delivery Date: 15/12/2015

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.