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Defence Research  –  MERX  –  CF/DND Procurement  –  March  2008 MovieCat  TS   Miniature  Helicopter   —   MERX  ACAN Notice  Mini-Helicopter  for  Research Use  by  Defence R&D Canada Defence R&D Canada-Ottawa intends to buy a single RC mini-helicopter. What DRDC-Ottawa intends to do with this remotely-controlled aircraft  –  beyond doing research, obviously – isn't revealed. This ACAN lists DRDC's specifications developed around the German- made MoBB  ( Modellbau Bremer ) MovieCat TS mini- helicopter. As the MovieCat name implies, the aircraft carries a digital camera stabilized in 3-axes on its nose. The MovieCat TS  is finely engineered  but of  quite simple construction. The fuselage is of the pod-and- boom type. 'Fuselage' is something of a misnomer – a central pod contains the turbine engine, fuel tanks, etc. The rest of  the structure is attached to that pod. Twin forward  booms hold the gimbals for the digital camera. A single, braced rear boom supports the tail and  tail rotor  –  including its belt-driven drive shaft. The engine and main rotor mast are a self-contained unit (right). This  two- stage turbine, the SPT5H, is made by another German firm, JetCat. [1] The fuel  tank sits below this powerplant. The basic structure of the MovieCat TS was derived from  MoBB's earlier PowerCat TS,  a  large toy helicopter intended for use by RC hobbyists.[2] Since DRDC has released no information about their intended use of its MovieCat, we can only speculate about  possible uses for this  RC helicopter. The most likely employment is as part of DRDC-Ottawa's on-going investigation of  Future Forces Synthetic Environments (FFSE). Alternatively – but less likely – MovieCat TS may be  DRDC-Ottawa's contribution to the  planned Navy shipboard UAV simulation. [1] This tiny engine is only 37 cm long and weighs 4470g  (peripherals add another 550g). The SPH5 generates 8 kW of power and its retail price from JetCat is 4990 €. [2] At  least one  PowerCat TS  is operated  in the Ottawa area – perhaps inspiring the choice by  DRDC-Ottawa.  As noted  in the ACAN, the sole  Canadian supplier for the MovieCat TS is the Edmonston, New Brunswick-based Eastern Helicopters ________________________________________ Advance  Contract  Award  Notice  ( ACAN )  – Miniature  Helicopter  [ MoBB MovieCat TS ] ________________________________________ Reference Number                PW-$$BB-239-16825 Solicitation Number              W7714-073478/A Organization Name               Public Works and Government Services Canada                                                  Travaux publics et Services gouvernementaux Canada Source ID                               FD.DP.QC.10077.C2 Associated Components     No Dates Published     2008-03-13 Revised         — Closing         2008-03-28  02:00 PM  Eastern Daylight Saving Time  EDT Details Category     Electrical and Electronics GSINS          N6610:  FLIGHT INSTRUMENTS Region of Delivery            Ontario Region of Opportunity     — Agreement Type                Agreement on Internal Trade (AIT) Tender Type                       Advance Contract Award Notice (ACAN) Estimated Value                  — Solicitation Method           — Notice Description Miniature Helicopter Trade Agreement: Agreement on Internal Trade (AIT) Tendering Procedures: All interested suppliers may submit a bid Attachment: None Non-Competitive Procurement Strategy: Exclusive Rights Comprehensive Land Claim Agreement: No Vendor Name and Address: Daniel Grandmaison 100 Bosse Ave Edmundston New Brunswick Canada E3V4A2 Nature of Requirements: Miniature Helicopter W7714-073478/A Tennant, Carol (239bb) Telephone No. - (819) 956-0270 ( ) Fax No. - (819) 956-4717 File Number: W7714-073478 1. Definition: An Advance Contract Award Notice (ACAN) 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. 2. Requirement: You are hereby notified that the Government intends to solicit a bid and negotiate with one firm only as identified herein. The Defence R&D Canada - Ottawa division of DND would like to procure a Miniature Helicopter as described below: GSIN:N6610 Description: MoBB HELI: MOBB MOVIECAT MODEL RC HELICOPTER, INCLUDING: JetCat SPT5H TWO STAGE TURBINE HEAVY FUEL ENGINE, 2.260mm ALUMINUM ROTOR SYSTEM @ 1180 rpm, 330mm TAIL ROTOR @5800 rpm, 5.0L FUEL TANK CAPACITY JET A1, FUSELAGE LENGTH 2040mm, 3 AXIS STABLILIZED CAMERA MOUNT, 20 MIN FLIGHT TIME WITH 5gm PAYLOAD PRICE INCLUDES ASSEMBLY & TEST FLIGHTS. Quantity: 1 Each 3. Trade Agreements: The following Trades Agreements are applicable: Agreement on Internal Trade (AIT). 4. Government Contract Regulation and Limited Tendering Reason: Exclusive rights. 5. Period of contract and/or Delivery date: 31 May 2008 6. Estimate of the cost of the proposed contract: Limited funding available. Proposed Contractor only known supplier able to provide requirement within available budget. 7. Proposed Contractor: Name:       Eastern Helicopters Address:  100 Bosse Avenue                    Edmonston, NB                    E3V 4A2 8. Statement of Capabilities: 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. Suppliers that have submitted a statement of capabilities will be notified in writing of PWGSC's decision whether or not to continue with the aforementioned procurement or to open for competition the requirement. 9. Closing Date for a submission of a statement of capabilities: March 28, 2008 10. Inquiries and Submission of Statements of Capabilities: Suppliers may inquire or submit a statement of capabilities to: Carol Tennant, Supply Specialist Public Works and Government Services Canada Land Aerospace & Marine Systems Sector (LAMS) Tel: (819) 956-0270 Fax: (819) 956-4717 Delivery Date: Above-mentioned You are hereby notified that the government intends to negotiate with one firm only as identified above. Should you have any questions concerning this require- ment, 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. Tennant, Carol (239bb) 11 Laurier St. / 11, rue Laurier 8C1, Place du Portage Gatineau Québec K1A 0S5 Telephone No.: (819) 956-0270 ( ) Facsimile No.: (819) 956-4717 Contact (s) Contracting Authority Name        Carol (239bb) Tennant Address   11 Laurier St. / 11, rue Laurier 8C1, Place du Portage Telephone No.: (819) 956-0270 ( ) Facsimile No.: (819) 956-4717 City           Gatineau State / Province  Québec Country        Canada Postal Code K1A 0S5 Phone           (819) 956-0270 ( ) Fax                (819) 956-4717