Opportunity
CanadaBuys #BPM024859
Canada Seeks APC Smart UPS 1000-Compatible Battery Sets, Cables, and 5-Year Support for National Defence
Posted
November 24, 2025
Respond By
December 08, 2025
Identifier
BPM024859
NAICS
335911, 335999
This opportunity is for the supply of replacement battery sets and cables compatible with the APC Smart UPS 1000 Model SMT1000C (or equivalent) for the Department of National Defence, coordinated by Shared Services Canada. - Government Buyer: - Shared Services Canada (Enterprise IT Procurement / Cyber Security & Networks) - Department of National Defence (Canadian Armed Forces Supply Chain) - OEMs and Vendors: - APC (by Schneider Electric) is the referenced OEM - Equivalent products from other manufacturers are permitted if they meet or exceed technical specifications - Products/Services Requested: - 1,230 replacement battery sets compatible with APC Smart UPS 1000 Model SMT1000C (quantities per site: Edmonton 105, Petawawa 255, Kingston 460, Valcartier 135, Gagetown 275) - 2,460 batteries and 1,230 cables with fuses (batteries and cables can be delivered separately but must be compatible with the original UPS) - 5-year OEM-delivered next-business-day hardware replacement maintenance and support for all applicable items - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Batteries must be compatible with APC Smart UPS 1000 Model SMT1000C; OEM or equivalent accepted - One-year warranty required on all batteries from date of delivery - 5-year maintenance and support term with OEM-delivered next-business-day hardware replacement for applicable items - Delivery must begin within 30 days of contract award, with phased delivery allowed but at least 20% delivered within 30 days; all deliveries must be completed by March 31, 2026 - Supplier is not responsible for installation or removal of old batteries - Supply chain security and OEM certification requirements apply - Delivery to five specified Canadian Armed Forces locations across Canada
Description
The Department of National Defence requires the procurement of 1,200 replacement batteries compatible with the APC Smart UPS 1000. Equivalent brands or models that meet or exceed the technical specifications will also be accepted. These batteries are critical for maintaining power supply and operational readiness across multiple locations in Canada. Delivery will be made to five specified locations across Canada, with detailed quantities and contacts provided. The contract requires delivery to start within 30 days of contract award and be completed by March 31, 2026, with a one-year warranty on the batteries.