Opportunity
CanadaBuys #25-58315
NRC Solicitation for Blower Aftercooler (Heat Exchanger) for Test Rig
Posted
March 31, 2026
Respond By
May 08, 2026
Identifier
25-58315
NAICS
333415, 332410
The National Research Council of Canada (NRC) is seeking proposals for the supply and delivery of a Blower Aftercooler (Heat Exchanger) for use in a test rig for heat transfer experiments at its Ottawa facilities. - Government Buyer: - National Research Council Canada (NRC) - Contact: Marie Jose Lachance, Acquisitions Office - Products/Services Requested: - Blower Aftercooler (Heat Exchanger) for Test Rig - Quantity: 1 unit - Must cool up to 3,900 Normal m3/hr of air from 30°C to 5°C using 50% ethylene glycol - Maximum dimensions: 1.6m (H) x 1.6m (W) x 0.5m (L) - Must be installable on 17.5mm marine-grade plywood - Includes installation at NRC or provision of installation instructions - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Mandatory site visit prior to proposal submission - Security requirements apply - Open only to Canadian suppliers and eligible trade partners under the Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA) - Selection based on lowest evaluated price meeting all mandatory technical criteria - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs, brands, or part numbers are specified; NRC is the buyer - Delivery Location: - NRC facilities at 1200 Montreal Road, Ottawa, Ontario, K1A 0R6
Description
The National Research Council Canada (NRC) is seeking proposals to procure a Blower Aftercooler (Heat Exchanger) for a Test Rig. The equipment is intended to regulate air temperature within the test rig for heat transfer experiments. The contract duration is approximately one month, with all deliverables required by June 30, 2026. The procurement is conducted under the Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA) and follows a competitive open bidding process.