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Canada Solicits Dummy Cord Detonating, Inert for Military Training

The Department of National Defence (DND), Government of Canada, is seeking competitive offers for the supply of Dummy Cord Detonating, Inert for military training purposes. - Government Buyer: - Department of National Defence (DND), National Defence Headquarters, Ottawa, Ontario - Products/Services Requested: - Dummy Cord Detonating, Inert (600,000 feet total) - 300,000 feet to CFAD Dundurn, Saskatchewan - 300,000 feet to CFAD Angus, Ontario - Product must replicate the size, shape, and handling of live detonating cord but contain no explosive or initiating components - Must meet MIL-DTL-17124G standard - Asbestos-free, bronze colored plastic outer covering, inert powder core - Marked with the word "INERT" at equidistant intervals - Diameter: 0.220 to 0.230 inches - Suitable for insertion and crimping in XM-30 non-electric dummy detonator - Documentation and Compliance: - Technical Data Package and Safety & Suitability for Service documentation required within 90 days of contract award or 90 days before first delivery - Strict compliance, quality assurance, and delivery requirements - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Product must be asbestos-free and meet detailed physical, performance, and environmental standards - Subject to the Controlled Goods Program - No specific OEMs or vendors named; open to Canadian and international suppliers - Selection based on lowest price - Delivery & Period of Performance: - All deliveries required by or before May 15 - Contract duration is 5 months

Description

Canada is seeking offers to provide Dummy Cord Detonating, Inert, which replicates the size, shape, and handling characteristics of live detonating cord but contains no explosive or initiating components. This inert cord is used to develop correct techniques and confidence prior to working with live explosive components, enhancing safety and competence. The contract requires delivery of 300,000 feet to Canadian Forces Ammunition Depot (CFAD) Dundurn, Saskatchewan, and 300,000 feet to CFAD Angus, Ontario, by or before 15 May 2027. The contract duration is 5 months starting from 1 December 2026, and the procurement method is competitive open bidding with selection based on lowest price.

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