Question 1

What is "R&S RTO64 Oscilloscope"?

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**PURPOSE & SCOPE:**
- **Procurement Items:** The Department of National Defence (DND) is procuring two R&S Digital Oscilloscopes (P/N: RTO64), two R&S Modular Probe Amplifiers (P/N: RT-ZM60), and two R&S Browser Modules (P/N: RT-ZMA30), or equivalent configurations.
- **Project Objectives:** To fulfill specific operational requirements for equipment capable of advanced signal analysis.
- **Contract Type and Value:** Not explicitly mentioned; this is a bidding opportunity for pre-qualified suppliers under the existing Supply Arrangement.

**BUYER INFORMATION:**
- **Issuing Organization:** Department of National Defence (DND)
- **Contact Details:** Rana Hashash (Email: rana.hashash@forces.gc.ca)
- **Important Dates:** 
  - Posted Date: December 9, 2025
  - Due Date: January 5, 2026
  - Requested Delivery Date: No later than February 23, 2026

**MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:**
- **Supplier Qualifications:** Only suppliers pre-qualified under Supply Arrangement series E60HN-16ELEC with PSPC are eligible to bid.
- **Certifications:** Must complete the SCSI Vendor Submission Form as part of the bid response.
- **Geographic Restrictions:** Must comply with specified trade agreements, including but not limited to CETA and CPTPP.

**TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS:**
- **Specific Capabilities:**
  - R&S Digital Oscilloscope (RTO64) must provide:
    - Minimum of 4 channels with 200 Mpoints sampling memory per channel.
    - 6 GHz bandwidth or better.
    - Features for Mixed Signal with 400 MHz, 5 GSa/s, and 16 channels.
  - R&S Modular Probe Amplifier (RT-ZM60) and R&S Browser Module (RT-ZMA30) must meet specified model requirements.
- **Deliverables:** Equipment delivery in compliance with specified performance standards by the due date.
- **Evaluation Criteria:** Must satisfy mandatory technical evaluation criteria specified in the bid solicitation.

**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:**
- **Nice-to-Have Experience:** Additional documentation demonstrating equivalent specifications for submitted alternatives.
- **Preferred Capabilities:** Previous experience supplying similar equipment to governmental or defense agencies may provide a competitive advantage.

**KEY EVALUATION FACTORS:**
- **Proposal Evaluation:** Proposals will be evaluated based on compliance with mandatory requirements and technical specifications. Additional evaluation factors include supporting documentation for equivalent products offered.
- **Past Performance:** Suppliers may be assessed based on their previous performance in similar contracts, though specific past performance requirements were not detailed.

This summary provides potential suppliers with the essential information needed to determine their eligibility and prepare bids for the R&S RTO64 Oscilloscope procurement opportunity.

Question 2

When is the proposal submission deadline?

Accepted Answer

The proposal submission deadline is January 5, 2026 (Overdue).

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