Opportunity
CanadaBuys #AB-2026-05581
Red Deer Polytechnic Solicitation for Injection Molding Machine and Gravimetric Feeder
Posted
August 07, 2026
Respond By
August 17, 2026
Identifier
AB-2026-05581
NAICS
333249, 423490
Red Deer Polytechnic is seeking to procure advanced manufacturing equipment for its instructional and research programs. - Government Buyer: - Red Deer Polytechnic (Canadian post-secondary institution) - Products/Services Requested: - Injection Molding Machine (IMM) - Quantity: 1 - Requirements: - New, industrial-grade machine - Clamping force above 150 tons - Four tie bar design - Servo-controlled injection unit - Interchangeable screw diameters - Modern touchscreen control - Compliance with CSA/UL standards - Suitable for instructional, research, and thermoplastic production - Gravimetric Feeder - Quantity: 1 - Requirements: - True loss-in-weight system with closed-loop control - Handles pellets, regrind, and additives - Compatible with North American power standards - Dedicated controller with alarm functions - Compatible with IMM throat - Delivery, installation, commissioning, and acceptance at Red Deer Polytechnic are required. - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; open to all qualified manufacturers. - Notable Requirements: - Compliance with Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA) - Purchase contingent on grant funding - Four-month contract duration - Equipment must meet detailed technical specifications for safety and performance.
Description
This Request for Quotes (RFQ) invites offers for the provision of one new Injection Molding Machine (IMM) and a Gravimetric Feeder. The equipment must be delivered, installed, commissioned, and accepted by Red Deer Polytechnic on or before December 31, 2026. The IMM must meet specific technical requirements suitable for instructional, research, and thermoplastic production applications. The Gravimetric Feeder must be a true loss-in-weight system with closed-loop control, suitable for pellets, regrind, and additives. The contract duration is 4 months starting August 28, 2026, and the purchase is contingent upon grant funding.