Opportunity
CanadaBuys #27-318520
Fine Art Transport and Installation Services for Diplomatic Art Collection
Posted
June 05, 2026
Respond By
June 19, 2026
Identifier
27-318520
NAICS
488991
This opportunity involves the Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development (DFATD) of Canada seeking specialized fine art transport and installation services to support its Diplomatic Art Collection program. - Government Buyer: - Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development (DFATD), Canada - Also referenced as Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development (MAECD) - Contact: Marc-André Joly - OEMs and Vendors: - Art Zone Fine Art Services (sole named provider) - Products/Services Requested: - On-demand professional fine art technical services, including: - Installation, de-installation, packing, wrapping, handling, and transportation of fine art and departmental assets - Two qualified fine art technicians - One dedicated, climate-controlled 20-foot straight body truck equipped with: - Climate controls - Air ride/pneumatic suspension - Lift gate - Packing blankets/protective covers - Tie-down straps - Appropriate fine art protection equipment - Service coverage for the National Capital Region, Southern Ontario, Quebec, and the Maritime Provinces - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Contractor must respond to urgent requests within 24 hours - Availability required during evenings and weekends - Experience handling fragile and high-value artwork is mandatory - Intellectual property ownership vests in the contractor - No trade agreements or set-asides apply - Estimated contract value: $99,400 CAD - Period of performance: 45 months
Description
The Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development (DFATD) requires professional fine art technical services to support the Diplomatic Art Collection program. The contractor must provide on-demand fine art technician services including installation, de-installation, packing, wrapping, handling, and transportation of fine art and departmental assets under the supervision of the Departmental Representative. The contractor must provide two fine art technicians and one truck capable of transporting fine art within the National Capital Region, Southern Ontario, Quebec, and the Maritime Provinces on an as-and-when-requested basis. The contractor must also be capable of responding to urgent requests within 24 hours.