Opportunity

CanadaBuys #W8486-270864/A

Canada DND Solicitation for Turnkey Engraving System (Laser, Rotary, Workstation, Gravostyle Software)

Posted

July 15, 2026

Respond By

August 17, 2026

Identifier

W8486-270864/A

NAICS

333249, 541512, 811212, 332812, 541519

The Department of National Defence (DND) of Canada is seeking proposals for a comprehensive Engraving System for its Quality Engineering Test Establishment (QETE) in Gatineau, QC. - Government Buyer: - Department of National Defence (DND), Quality Engineering Test Establishment (QETE), Gatineau, QC - Products Requested: - Dual source laser engraver (CO2 and fibre, minimum 40W each) - Mechanical rotary engraver for cylindrical and flat items - Workstation computer with Windows 11, minimum 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD, TPM 2.0, and two 23-inch or larger FHD LCD monitors - Gravostyle software with perpetual license (latest version, pre-installed) - Representative sample of laser safety window for compliance testing - Three pairs of CO2 laser safety glasses and three pairs of fibre laser safety glasses (manufacturer-approved) - Services Requested: - On-site installation, testing, commissioning, and calibration by authorized factory service representatives - On-site training for up to six personnel (available in English and French), including printed and electronic materials - Technical support (telephone/email, 48-hour response during warranty) - Optional annual preventive maintenance services for up to five years post-delivery - Unique/Notable Requirements: - System must comply with Canadian electrical and laser safety standards - All equipment and software must be compatible with Windows 11 - Software support required for ten years post-delivery - Delivery required by December 1st - Opportunity open to suppliers from countries with relevant trade agreements - Security requirements apply; future contracts may require greenhouse gas emissions disclosure - OEMs and Vendors: - Gravostyle (software) is specifically named; no other OEMs or vendors are specified - Selection Criteria: - Competitive open bidding, lowest price wins - Period of Performance: - Contract period is three months, with delivery required by December 1st; optional maintenance for up to five years

Description

The Department of National Defence is soliciting proposals for one engraving system that includes a dual source laser (CO2 and fibre) engraver, a mechanical rotary engraver, workstation, and software. The equipment is to be delivered by December 1, 2026. The contract duration is estimated to be 3 months starting from September 1, 2026. The procurement method is competitive open bidding with selection based on the lowest price.

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