Opportunity
CanadaBuys #20145009
Farrier and Pedagogical Services for Equine Herd at ITAQ La Pocatière Campus
Posted
May 11, 2026
Respond By
May 28, 2026
Identifier
20145009
NAICS
812910
The Institut de technologie agroalimentaire du Québec (ITAQ) is seeking a qualified provider for farrier and pedagogical services at its La Pocatière campus equine complex in Bas-Saint-Laurent, Quebec. - Government Buyer: - Institut de technologie agroalimentaire du Québec (ITAQ) - La Pocatière campus equine complex - Services Requested: - Technical farrier services for approximately 65 horses across multiple stables (main stable, reproduction stable, La Relève stable) - Pedagogical and mentoring services, including teaching students farrier techniques through demonstrations, technical explanations, and adapted guidance for about five months annually - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Provider must deliver both technical farrier work and educational mentorship - Mandatory site visit required prior to proposal submission - Contract is for one year, with the possibility of renewal for two additional years at ITAQ's discretion - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are mentioned, as this is a service-based opportunity - Place of performance is the ITAQ La Pocatière campus equine complex, with contracting office at 3230, rue Sicotte, Quebec
Description
L’Institut de technologie agroalimentaire du Québec (ITAQ) seeks a single service provider to deliver farrier services for its equine herd located at the La Pocatière campus equine complex. The contract includes shoeing and other farrier interventions for approximately 65 horses across multiple stables. Additionally, the provider must offer a teaching and mentoring component for about five months annually, supporting students in learning farrier techniques through practical demonstrations and pedagogical guidance. The contract duration is one year with a possible two-year renewal at ITAQ's discretion.