Opportunity
CanadaBuys #26-58116
NRC Solicitation for High-Precision CNC Electrical Discharge Machine (EDM)
Posted
August 20, 2026
Respond By
September 04, 2026
Identifier
26-58116
NAICS
333517
The National Research Council Canada (NRC) is seeking competitive bids for a high-precision Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) Electrical Discharge Machine (EDM) to replace an aging unit at its Ottawa research facility. - Government Buyer: - National Research Council Canada (NRC) - Design Fabrication Service (DFS), Finance and Procurement Services - Office: 1200 Montreal Road, Building M-4, Ottawa, ON - Products/Services Requested: - One high-precision CNC EDM machine - Must include all mandatory components, accessories, documentation, warranty, and technical support - Intelligent adaptive controls, integrated fume extraction, fire suppression system, 19-inch touchscreen interface - Minimum workspace and tank dimensions, high positioning accuracy, operation on 600 VAC power supply - Compatibility with NRC's Hirschman tooling - On-site installation, commissioning, integration, and configuration - On-site training for up to four NRC employees (English and French), including training materials - Delivery and transportation to NRC Ottawa (including freight, brokerage, handling, insurance) - Recurring software license, subscription, maintenance, or support fees for the first twelve months (if applicable) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Strict technical specifications for machine performance, safety, and compatibility - Warranty coverage for at least 12 months post-acceptance; technical support and spare parts available for minimum five years - Security requirements as per NRC's Security Requirements Check List (SRCL) - Bidders must provide technical substantiation for compliance; no specific OEMs or part numbers are mentioned - Selection based on lowest price; open to Canadian and eligible trading partner suppliers - No specific OEMs or part numbers provided; bidders must propose compliant solutions. - All deliverables must be received by NRC Ottawa by contract end date; recurring fees cover first year post-acceptance.
Description
The National Research Council Canada (NRC) requires a high-precision Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) Electrical Discharge Machine (EDM) to support the production of high-accuracy parts for modification, repair, and development at the NRC Research center. The contract duration is 4 months starting from September 18, 2026, with all deliverables due on or before January 31, 2027. The procurement method is competitive open bidding with selection based on the lowest price. Security requirements apply and are detailed in the Security Requirements Check List (SRCL) attached to the RFP.