Opportunity
CanadaBuys #W8703-270067/A
Department of National Defence Solicits Charpy Test Machine for Laboratory Use
Posted
July 22, 2026
Respond By
August 31, 2026
Identifier
W8703-270067/A
NAICS
333999, 333314
The Department of National Defence (DND), Government of Canada, is seeking proposals for the supply and delivery of one Charpy Test Machine for metals and metallurgy testing. - Government Buyer: - Department of National Defence (DND), DLP 9-2-1-1 - Contact: Gabrielle Fugre - Procurement Details: - Solicitation is limited to suppliers pre-qualified under Supply Arrangement # E60PV-19EQUI for laboratory and scientific equipment - Only pre-qualified suppliers may submit bids - Competitive selective tendering process - Product Requirements: - One Charpy Test Machine (also referred to as Charpy Impact Testing Machine) - Must meet ASTM E23 standards - Energy capacity test range: 5 J to 400 J - Equipped with 8mm radius Charpy hammer - Digital display compensated for windage and pendulum friction - Digital readout in joules and foot-pounds with resolution of 0.01 J or less - Automatic pendulum lift system - Safety cage and mounting configuration options - Electrical compatibility: 120V/60Hz/15A/NEMA 5-15R or 120/208V/60Hz/50A/NEMA 14-50R - Must include required cabling (up to 11 meters) and electrical conversion equipment if needed - Must fit within designated laboratory spaces and support specimen temperature range from -80°C to +60°C - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Detailed technical documentation and schematics required from offerors - Emphasis on lowest evaluated price - No specific OEMs or brands are named in the notice
Description
The Department of National Defence (DND) is soliciting proposals for the supply and delivery of one Charpy Test Machine, a piece of laboratory and scientific equipment used for metals and metallurgy testing. The contract duration is estimated to be 4 months, starting from October 1, 2026, with delivery required by February 1, 2027. The procurement is conducted under a competitive selective tendering process limited to pre-qualified suppliers under Supply Arrangement # E60PV-19EQUI. The machine must meet specific technical criteria including power supply compatibility, energy capacity range, safety features, and compliance with ASTM E23 standards.