Opportunity
Rainbow Schools Bids and Tenders #2026-1000
Ontario School Boards Manufacturing Technology Classroom Equipment RFQ
Posted
July 09, 2026
Respond By
July 29, 2026
Identifier
2026-1000
NAICS
333517, 337127
This opportunity seeks to modernize manufacturing technology classrooms across 27 Ontario school boards as part of a government-funded initiative to address skilled trades shortages in the precision metalworking sector. - Government Buyer: - Canadian Tooling & Machining Association (CTMA), in partnership with the Ontario Council for Technology Education (OCTE) - Funded by the Government of Canada and the Government of Ontario - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Products/Services Requested: - Manufacturing technology classroom equipment - Categories include: powered and non-powered machinery and tools, industrial/manufacturing equipment, electronic components, heavy equipment, office/school equipment, and related supplies/accessories - No specific models, part numbers, or quantities provided - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Equipment will be delivered and installed at high schools across 27 Ontario school boards - Focus is on supporting the precision metalworking sector, which serves industries such as automotive, aerospace, packaging, medical, energy, and military defense - Part of the Phase 6 'Career-Ready with CTMA: Expanding Opportunities' program - Aims to address the skilled trades gap in Ontario
Description
This Request for Quotation (RFQ) is for the supply, delivery, and installation of manufacturing technology classroom equipment for 27 school boards in Ontario. The procurement is part of the Phase 6 "Career-Ready with CTMA: Expanding Opportunities" program, aimed at addressing the skilled trades gap in the Precision Metalworking sector. The program is a partnership between CTMA, the Ontario Council for Technology Education (OCTE), and multiple school boards, funded in part by the Government of Canada and the Government of Ontario. The equipment will upgrade high school manufacturing facilities to prepare students for industry standards.