SSN-2023-149-AH Electronic Chute Systems and Sorters.pdf

Notice of Intent to Sole Source #SSN-2023-149-AH Electronic Chute Systems and Sorters

The College of Veterinary Medicine and Biological Sciences (CVMBS) at Colorado State University (CSU) intends to purchase electronic chute systems and sorters as a sole source procurement from Te Pari Products. Based on the unique requirements described herein, no substitutions will be accepted for the brand/model of products to be procured.

Listed within is the specific rationale for purchasing this equipment. No substitutions for brand and model will be accepted as responses to this SSN.

Responses must be submitted electronically via the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System (RMEPS, located at https://www.bidnetdirect.com/Colorado/Colorado-State-University) no later than 5:00 PM MT, August 31, 2023. Interested vendors MAY NOT directly contact the department regarding this procurement. Inquiries must be directed to the Purchasing Agent, Alta Herndon, at Alta.Herndon@Colostate.edu.

Note: The terms specifications, features, and requirements are used interchangeably in this document to describe essential attributes of the equipment unless otherwise stated.

RESPONSES TO THIS PROPOSED SOLE SOURCE MUST INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:

1. Provide a point-by-point response to the specifications/requirements as outlined in the corresponding sections within this document. This would include, but not be limited to:

a. A narrative for each specification,

b. Documentation to certify and validate vendor specifications,

c. Brochures or binders containing vendor specifications which can be evaluated by

Colorado State University personnel, and

d. Any other pertinent information concerning the vendor’s equipment/components.

e. Vendor must list brand, model and part numbers for each item proposed.

f. Vendors responding will be required to provide evidence and customer references that document their capabilities to provide this equipment.

2. Vendor responses must be formatted as outlined, followed by a point-by-point discussion of each specification and how their proposed equipment solution will satisfy the specification.

3. Specifications must meet or exceed the specifications provided in this Proposed Sole Source.

4. Colorado State University will be the sole and final judge of equivalence.

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5. All questions pertaining to this request must be submitted by email to alta.herndon@ColoState.edu. Please reference SSN-2023-149-AH in the subject line of the email.

6. Failure to respond as instructed will result in disqualification.

7. Any purchase order resulting from this Proposed Sole Source will be governed by the Colorado State University Purchase Order Terms and Conditions, available as a separate document with the bid packet posted at https://www.bidnetdirect.com/Colorado/Colorado-State-University.

Introduction and Description of Business Need

The College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (CVMBS) consists of four academic departments: Clinical Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Environmental and Radiological Health Sciences (ERHS), and Microbiology, Immunology and Pathology (MIP).

The college also includes an extensive service branch, the Veterinary Health System (VHS), which houses the Veterinary Teaching Hospital (VTH), the Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (VDL), The Translational Medicine Institute (TMI), the Animal Cancer Center (ACC), the Equine Hospital (EH), and multiple other service or research related entities.

CVMBS is recognized for excellence in reproduction, cancer biology and comparative oncology, infectious diseases, musculoskeletal research, and neurosciences. CVMBS improves the lives of animals and humans by consistently accomplishing the following goals:

• Tackling local and global challenges.

• Expanding knowledge and technology.

• Delivering real-world solutions.

To continue advancing its ongoing mission, CVMBS requires a sheep handling chute system that is fully automatic, runs on electricity, weighs sheep as they migrate through the chute system, and has an automatic sorting gate. This type of gate will allow efficent assessment of sheep and document accurate weights before sorting them for studies.

RATIONALE FOR BRAND/MODEL CHOICE

A thorough investigation of automated chute and sorter systems indicate that Te Pari’s Racewell HD3 Sheep Handler is the only full chute and gate system that can meet all of the CVMBS requirements

Hundreds of sheep are utilized annually at CVMBS for research purposes, and when sheep are weighed, it can take a team of five people a few hours to complete the task. With the Te Pari Racewell HD3 Sheep Handler system and sorter, two people could run an entire herd in less than an hour. Weights are critical in study and surgical protocols, and being able to monitor fluxuations in weights is a requirement as it provides critical information to study directors and surgeons. Requirements include the following:

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• Automates holding the animals as well as sorting the sheep.

• Accommodates operation by one person.

• Runs on electric power, not compressed air. Compressed air systems are not desirable for the situation because they can leak, run out, and some models require an air compressor to be attached.

• Provides incorporation of scale system.

• Provides microchip reader compatible with the microchips used by CSU.

Required Specifications/Requirements/Features

Please note that the terms Features, Requirements, and Specifications are used interchangeably within this document. Any item listed as a feature or specification must be considered to also be a requirement.

A. Racewell HD3 Sheep Handler with 3-way drafting, side tilt with front and rear access flap and foot pedal with the following options:

1. Te Pari 600mm/24” loadbars set

2. T30 scale system for USA Racewell HD3/4/6 including:

a. T1E with integrated EID controller

b. Tablet and Wi-Fi router

3. ePanel integrated IED antenna – Racewell HD

4. Te Pari Revolution Dosing Gun

a. 14ml barrel

b. Smart model V20

5. Screw-in anti-jump bar

6. Hydraulic trailer system for HD3/4/6 (Duratorque)

B. Racewell HD3 Sheep Handler without 3-way drafting, with side tilt with front and rear access flap and foot pedal with the following options:

1. Te Pari 600mm/24” loadbars set

2. T30 scale system for USA Racewell HD3/4/6 including:

c. T1E with integrated EID controller

d. Tablet and Wi-Fi router

3. ePanel integrated IED antenna – Racewell HD

4. Te Pari Revolution Dosing Gun

a. 14ml barrel

b. Smart model V20

5. Screw-in anti-jump bar

C. 70ml barrel assembly including piston and tube.

D. Onsite setup/commissioning and training.

Summary

Our investigation indicates that the Racewell HD3 Sheep Handler from Te Pari is the only electronic chute system and sorter currently available that meets all the CVMBS requirements.