CanadaBuys #1000269904A

Nationwide Distribution Services for N95 Respirators and Medical Masks for PHAC

The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) is seeking a contractor to manage the nationwide distribution of surplus N95 respirators and medical masks, focusing on vulnerable populations and emergency response needs. - Government Buyer: - Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC), Health Canada / Sant Canada, 200 Eglantine Driveway, Tunneys Pasture, Ottawa, Ontario - Products/Services Requested: - Distribution services for N95 respirators and medical masks - Estimated 4 million masks to be distributed - Warehousing: storage for up to 250 pallets (20 pallets at a time for up to 6 months) - Warehouse handling: 8,000 cases handled and repackaged with info sheets - Shipping: professional courier service, estimated cost $350,000 - Administrative oversight & outreach: 12 instances, including order system setup and reporting - Order fulfillment: 500 orders processed and reported - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Contractor must hold a valid Health Canada Medical Device Establishment License - Must have operational sites and climate-controlled warehouses in Western, Central, and Eastern Canada - Expertise in crisis response and humanitarian aid required - Security protocols for unscreened contractors - Potential future requirements for greenhouse gas emissions disclosure and net-zero targets - Eligibility limited to Canadian suppliers or those from partner trade agreement countries - Selection based on lowest price; covered by multiple international trade agreements - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or brands for masks or respirators are named in the solicitation - Place of Performance: - Distribution across Canada, with contracting office at PHAC headquarters in Ottawa

Description

Canada is seeking offers to distribute respirators and medical masks at operational sites such as office locations, reception centers, and emergency lodging sites. The distribution will also extend to existing networks of communities, Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), and emergency management partners on behalf of the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC). The contract duration is estimated to be 45 months starting from June 26, 2026. The procurement method is competitive and the selection criteria is based on the lowest price.

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