Acquisition of Antennas for Water Meters

This tender, issued by the Ville de Baie-Comeau, concerns the acquisition of antennas intended for water meters. The procurement falls under Category G5, specifically related to communication, detection, and fiber optics, with a focus on microwave antennas. The contracting authority has opted for a direct award contract, citing Article 573.3, paragraph 2.3° (LCV) and 938, paragraph 2.3° (CM). This rationale indicates that the service contract is covered by the Agreement on Internal Trade (AECG) and falls below its application threshold. The Ville de Baie-Comeau is seeking to procure these specialized antennas to enhance or replace existing components within its water metering infrastructure. The direct award method suggests a specific need or a pre-existing relationship with a supplier that meets the criteria outlined in the cited articles, potentially related to specialized technology or urgent requirements. Further details regarding the technical specifications of the antennas, the quantity required, and the delivery timeline are expected to be provided in the full tender documentation. This acquisition is crucial for the efficient operation and data collection of the city's water management system.

This is a supplies contract in the information and communication technology and general supplies sectors, with a focus on Network Infrastructure and General Supplies. Located in Canada, North America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums.

Published through Quebec SEAO, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for the supply of goods in the information and communication technology sector. Supply contracts typically require bidders to demonstrate product compliance with technical specifications, delivery capacity, and relevant certifications. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.