Opportunity

CanadaBuys #W8482-264844/A

National Defence Canada Solicits Inflators for Diver's Buoyancy Compensators (Apeks BC911117 or Equivalent)

Posted

March 24, 2026

Respond By

April 24, 2026

Identifier

W8482-264844/A

NAICS

339999

National Defence Canada is seeking proposals for the supply of inflators for diver's buoyancy compensators to support Canadian Forces diving operations. - Government Buyer: - Department of National Defence (DND), Materiel Acquisition and Support - Contracting managed by Matthew Pham - OEMs and Vendors: - Primary OEM: Apeks Marine Equipment Ltd - Equivalent or substitute products from other manufacturers are permitted if full brand, model, part number, and NCAGE code are provided - Products/Services Requested: - 100 inflators for diver's buoyancy compensators (Apeks part number BC911117) - 50 units delivered to CFB Halifax - 50 units delivered to CFB Esquimalt - Product includes complete airway assembly, inflator, corrugated hose, and cable-activated exhaust (23-inch nominal length) - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Bidders may propose equivalent products but must provide detailed technical and identification information - Preference for Canadian content and compliance with Canadian Forces packaging and quality assurance standards - Delivery required to two Canadian Forces Bases (Halifax and Esquimalt) - Contract period extends up to 12 months from award, with all deliverables due by a negotiable date around March 31, 2027 - Subject to Canadian Free Trade Agreement - Delivery and Invoicing: - Duty paid delivery to CFB Halifax and CFB Esquimalt - Invoicing to designated DND offices at each base

Description

The Department of National Defence of Canada is soliciting proposals for inflators used in diver's buoyancy compensators. The procurement involves two line items, each requiring 50 units to be delivered to CFB Halifax and CFB Esquimalt respectively. Bidders may propose equivalent or substitute products but must provide brand, model, part number, and NCAGE details. The contract duration is estimated at 12 months, and the procurement will be conducted through competitive open bidding with selection based on the lowest price.

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