University of Calgary - Advanced Contract Award Notice / Notice of Proposed Procurement - Thermistor String with Data Logger

The University of Calgary (UCalgary) intends to purchase multiple GeoPrecision thermistor strings with data loggers and accessories from GeoPrecision’s sole distributor in Canada, 13756378 Canada Inc. (Cryogeeks). The UCalgary Civil Engineering’s PermaRail project team currently uses the GeoPrecision thermistor strings for their research project on the resilience of the Hudson Bay Railway (HBR) located in northern Manitoba to climate change. The study focuses on the impact of climate on permafrost thaw and hence railway operations. Since the drill holes are located in the centre line of the Hudson Bay Railway embankment, approximately 5-10cm below the embankment surface, the thermistor strings must fit within the drill hole casing and allow for wireless on site data download that can function through at least 20 cm of gravel. Additionally, the products must be capable of withstanding the extreme environments of the HBR, along with potential regrading that occurs along the railway. The research team requires additional thermistor strings, and using the exact same products is essential to maintain consistency in their research results. It’s the team’s understanding that only GeoPrecision’s products can meet all technical requirements, and Cryogeeks’ is the only supplier able to provide these products in Canada.