Opportunity
British Columbia BCBid #232911
qathet Regional District Solicits Pre-Owned Fire Apparatus for Lasqueti Island
Posted
August 10, 2026
Respond By
August 21, 2026
Identifier
232911
NAICS
441120
The qathet Regional District is seeking proposals for the supply and delivery of a pre-owned fire apparatus for Lasqueti Island, BC. - Government Buyer: - qathet Regional District (Canada) - Products/Services Requested: - Pre-owned fire apparatus (fire truck) - Preferably manufactured in 2010 or later - Must have four-wheel drive, dual rear wheels, and heavy-duty suspension - Maximum size: 27.5 feet in length, 13.5 feet in height - Designed for hilly, narrow, unpaved roads - Detailed specifications and pricing requirements are provided in the solicitation documents - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Strict vehicle size and capability requirements due to challenging terrain - Suppliers may propose variations to the specifications - No specific OEMs or part numbers are mandated; open to various manufacturers - OEMs: - No specific OEMs named; opportunity is open to all qualified fire apparatus manufacturers
Description
This solicitation is a Request for Proposal issued by the qathet Regional District for the supply and delivery of a pre-owned fire apparatus. The apparatus should preferably be manufactured in 2010 or later and must have features such as four-wheel drive, dual rear wheels, and heavy-duty suspension. The delivery location is Lasqueti Island, BC, and the apparatus must meet size restrictions due to the area's hilly and narrow unpaved roads. The selected supplier will be invited to enter into a contract after evaluation of responses, which may include variations to the specifications.