Opportunity

Saskatchewan Tenders #213-2026

Saskatchewan Seeks Zodiac Inflatable Life Rafts for Ferry Rescue Platform Replacement

Posted

June 11, 2026

Respond By

June 23, 2026

Identifier

213-2026

NAICS

423860

The Government of Saskatchewan's Ministry of Highways is seeking to procure Zodiac Inflatable Buoyant Apparatuses (IBAs) as direct replacements for the current 45-person inflatable rescue platforms used on Saskatchewan ferries. - Government Buyer: - Ministry of Highways, Government of Saskatchewan - OEM and Vendor: - DBC Marine Safety Systems Ltd. (sole supplier) - Zodiac (brand of the inflatable life rafts) - Products/Services Requested: - Zodiac Inflatable Buoyant Apparatuses (life rafts) - Intended as direct replacements for 45-person rescue platforms - No specific part numbers or quantities provided - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Rafts must fit existing cradle mounting systems and lashing arrangements without modification - Procurement managed through the Government Enterprise Management (GEM) system - Mandatory GEM registration for participation - Only DBC Marine Safety Systems Ltd. is identified as capable of meeting the requirements

Description

The Government of Saskatchewan and the Ministry of Highways intend to enter into a contract with DBC Marine Safety Systems Ltd. for the supply and delivery of Zodiac Inflatable Buoyant Apparatuses (IBAs) that meet the Ministry's requirements. These inflatable life rafts serve as direct replacements for existing 45-person inflatable rescue platforms used on Saskatchewan ferries, requiring no modifications to current mounting systems. The procurement is conducted through the Government Enterprise Management (GEM) system, with mandatory registration for participation. The contract is awarded on the basis that DBC Marine Safety Systems Ltd. is the sole supplier capable of providing the required rafts.

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