The Authority has developed bespoke Smart Card Interface Module (“SCIM”), which is the subject of this Contract. This bespoke module is an electronic integrated circuit board, of which there are two variants.
The SCIM device will be manufactured under a sub-license from the Authority. The Authority has a full and free license granted by Sequoia AFC Consultants Limited (“Sequoia Ireland”) to use the intellectual property which resides in the SCIM hardware and software (i.e. firmware).
In summary, the Supplier shall perform the following services:
• Manufacture and supply two variants of the SCIM hardware;
• Modify (if required) the SCIM hardware design;
• Replace (if required) obsolete components of the SCIM hardware;
• Supply SAMs (Secure Access Modules) for use in SCIM hardware;
• Design, manufacture and assemble a POS (Point of Sale) reader solution to hold one variant of the SCIM hardware;
• Upon request, provide design, manufacture and assembly services for reader solutions as might be required by the Authority.
[DurationMonths]:
24
[RenewalsSubject]:
[Yes]
[RenewalsDescr]:
The contract will be for an initial period of 2 years. If the services provided are deemed to be satisfactory the contract may be renewed annually up to a maximum of 2 years after the end of the initial 2 year period.