Opportunity
CanadaBuys #JC 05-26-1131
McMaster University Refrigerator Rental Services Solicitation
Posted
June 24, 2026
Respond By
July 24, 2026
Identifier
JC 05-26-1131
NAICS
532210
McMaster University is seeking a vendor to provide comprehensive refrigerator rental services for its student residences and university operations. - Government Buyer: - McMaster University, Housing and Conference Services Department - Scope of Services: - Supply, delivery, placement, and pickup of refrigerators for approximately 6,000 students across 14 university buildings - Additional refrigerator units required for conferences, events, staff rooms, and operational needs - Direct communication with students for order management - Ongoing customer support, including maintenance, repairs, and replacement of non-functioning units - Provision of emergency inventory during peak periods - Requirements: - Bidders must quote the entire scope; partial bids are not accepted - No specific OEMs, brands, or part numbers are specified - Contract duration is three years, with an option to renew for up to two additional years - Notable Details: - Service must be turnkey, covering all aspects from delivery to maintenance - Vendor must be able to handle high-volume, time-sensitive needs during student move-in and move-out periods
Description
McMaster University is seeking qualified bidders to provide refrigerator rental services for approximately 6,000 students residing in 14 university buildings during the academic year, typically not exceeding nine months. The rental service also includes additional units for conferences, events, staff rooms, and operational needs. The service must include delivery, placement before move-in weekend, pickup at the end of the academic year, and ongoing customer support including maintenance, repairs, and emergency inventory. Bidders must quote the entire bid as partial bids will not be accepted.