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National Research Council of Canada (NRC)

Chariot élévateur Big Joe

Indigenous set-asideRequest for Proposal (RFP)
Estimated value
Not disclosed
Deadline
October 27, 2025
Published
October 9, 2025
Type
Goods
Explore similarMaterial Handling and Conditioning and Storage Machinery and AccessoriesOntarioIndigenous set-aside

Full description

The National Research Council Canada (NRC) requires a compact, strong and easy-to-use electric forklift. It must lift up to 5,000 LBS and be safe for daily use in different buildings. The forklift should fit in small areas, be easy to drive, and not need a fixed charging station. A lithium-ion battery is preferred for fast charging and low maintenance.

All the deliverables must be received on or before March 31 2026.

Basis of selection: Lowest Price

Tenders must be submitted to the NRC Bid Receiving Unit at: N••••••••@••••••••.••.ca

Refer to the attached tender documents to obtain further information.

Canada retains the right to negotiate with any supplier on any procurement.

Documents may be submitted in either official language of Canada.

Procuring Office: Kelsie Trafford, National Research Council of Canada, Senior Procurement Officer, 343-990-7031, K••••••••@••••••••.••.ca

The NRC has adopted the Integrity Regime administered by Public Services and Procurement Canada. As a result, the integrity provisions are being applied in NRC contracting activities as outlined in this solicitation.
Canada will make available Notices of Proposed Procurement (NPP), bid solicitations and related documents for download through the Government Electronic Tendering Service (GETS) at https://canadabuys.canada.ca/en/tender-opportunities . Canada is not responsible and will not assume any liabilities whatsoever for the information found on websites of third parties. In the event an NPP, bid solicitation or related documentation would be amended, Canada will not be sending notifications. Canada will post all amendments, including significant enquiries received and their replies, using GETS. It is the sole responsibility of the Bidder to regularly consult GETS for the most up-to-date information. Canada will not be liable for any oversight on the Bidder's part nor for notification services offered by a third party.
Indigenous Procurement:
The federal Indigenous Business Directory (IBD) is an online resource for all levels of government and the private sector to identify Indigenous business capacity. Having a business profile in the IBD will increase your company’s visibility and may provide additional business. A profile in the IBD can also allow you to compete for federal government contracts that are set-aside for Indigenous businesses through the Procurement Strategy for Indigenous Businesses. For more information and to review eligibility criteria and register, visit: www.canada.ca/indigenousbusinessdirectory.

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Basic information

Reference
cb-537-29307686
Solicitation no.
25-58162
Buyer
National Research Council of Canada (NRC)
Notice type
Request for Proposal
Method
Competitive - Selective tendering
Procurement category
*GD
Trade agreements
*Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA)
Estimated value
Not disclosed
Source
canadabuys

Classification & terms

UNSPSC
UNSPSC 24000000 — Material Handling and Conditioning and Storage Machinery and Accessories

Delivery & regions

Province
Ontario
Regions of delivery
*Canada *National Capital Region (NCR) *Ottawa
Contract term
October 31, 2025 → October 31, 2026

Key dates

Published
October 9, 2025
Closes
October 27, 2025
Amendment no.
001

Likely incumbents

(4)

Suppliers who have won similar work from this buyer before.

  1. 1
    Toromont Material Handling
    2 contracts won· latest February 12, 2026
    CAD $256.9K
    total awarded
  2. 2
    TK Elevator (Canada) Ltd.
    1 contract won· latest January 19, 2026
    CAD $183.9K
    total awarded
  3. 3
    NABSA TECH INC.
    1 contract won· latest January 14, 2026
    CAD $126.3K
    total awarded
  4. 4
    Pressure Pipe Procurement & Management Services
    1 contract won· latest October 7, 2025
    CAD $42.6K
    total awarded

Toromont Material Handling is the most likely incumbent, based on how often and how recently they have won this buyer’s work in this category. To displace them, expect to need a clearly stronger proposition or price.

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