Opportunity
CanadaBuys #W2037-26-0076/A
DND requests five First LC-205VSD milling machines and installation for RCEMES, Ontario
Posted
August 17, 2026
Respond By
September 04, 2026
Identifier
W2037-26-0076/A
NAICS
333517, 423830
The Department of National Defence (DND) of Canada is procuring milling machines for the Royal Canadian Electrical and Mechanical Engineers School (RCEMES) at CFB Borden, Ontario. - Government Buyer: - Department of National Defence, Combat Training Centre, RCEMES - Contact: Aaron Pound - OEMs and Vendors: - First Machinery Works (manufacturer of LC-205VSD milling machines) - Products Requested: - Five (5) First LC-205VSD Vertical Milling Machines with power feed and servomotor drive - Detailed technical specifications: dimensions, table size, axis travel, power supply, spindle speed, power feed, digital readout, powered draw bar - Standardization required with previously purchased units for training purposes - Services Requested: - Installation and calibration of all milling machines at Building S-165, 83 Lundy Lane, Borden ON - Installation and calibration must occur within 4 weeks of delivery, with minimum 2 weeks' notice to Project Authority - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Solicitation limited to Canadian suppliers - Ecological packaging and compliance with environmental policies - Delivery deadline: All machines and installation must be completed by March 31, 2027 - Selection based on lowest price - Compliance with trade agreements (WTO GPA, CETA)
Description
The Department of National Defence of Canada is soliciting proposals for the purchase of milling machines to be delivered to the Royal Canadian Electrical and Mechanical Engineers School (RCEMES) in Ontario (except NCR). The contract duration is 6 months, with all deliverables required by March 31, 2027. The procurement method is competitive open bidding, with selection based on the lowest price. The solicitation favors Canadian goods and services and is governed by multiple trade agreements including WTO GPA and CETA.