Opportunity
CanadaBuys #BCRFSQ_22523
Supplier Qualification for Optical Ground Wire (OPGW) for PGGT and GTTT Projects
Posted
February 19, 2026
Respond By
March 31, 2026
Identifier
BCRFSQ_22523
NAICS
335929
British Columbia Hydro and Power Authority is initiating a supplier qualification process for the design and supply of Optical Ground Wire (OPGW) for the PGGT and GTTT projects. - Government Buyer: - British Columbia Hydro and Power Authority - Products/Services Requested: - Optical Ground Wire (OPGW) - Design and supply required - No specific part numbers or quantities provided - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors mentioned in the solicitation - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Suppliers must register on the BC Bid platform - Responses must be submitted in English - This is a two-stage process: RFSQ followed by RFP for qualified suppliers - Negotiation is part of the procurement process - Subject to Chapter 5 of the Canadian Free Trade Agreement - Period of Performance: - Delivery or completion expected by January 2028 - Full contract duration details available in tender description
Description
This RFSQ is for the design and supply of Optical Ground Wire (OPGW). It is the first stage of a two-stage competitive process. Based on responses, BC Hydro will select a limited number of qualified suppliers for a subsequent RFP, which may lead to a contract. The delivery or completion date is January 2028. Negotiation is involved in this procurement process.