Opportunity
CanadaBuys #W0103-260037
DND Canada Solicits Laser and Mechanical Engravers for Submarine Support Team at CFB Esquimalt
Posted
August 26, 2026
Respond By
September 18, 2026
Identifier
W0103-260037
NAICS
332812, 423490, 333999
The Department of National Defence (DND), Government of Canada, is seeking offers for the supply, delivery, installation, configuration, commissioning, and training for one laser engraver and one mechanical engraver for the Submarine Support Team at Canadian Forces Base Esquimalt, Victoria, BC. - Government Buyer: - Department of National Defence, Canadian Armed Forces, CFB Esquimalt - Products Requested: - Laser Engraver (1 unit) - Minimum 60W CO2 laser output - 460x305 mm engraving area - Minimum object clearance 145 mm - Integrated air and fume extraction - Automatic focus with visual positioning - Front loading with work area lighting - USB or equivalent connection compatible with LightBurn software - Operational noise below 70 dB - CSA/CE certified - One-year warranty - Mechanical Engraver (1 unit) - Minimum engraving area 305x210 mm - Capable of engraving flat and cylindrical materials up to 430 mm length and 170 mm diameter - Z-axis clearance at least 40 mm - Motorized clamping with auto-centering - Automatic Z-axis referencing with integrated positioning aid (e.g., laser pointer) - Spindle speed adjustable up to 20,000 rpm - USB or equivalent connection compatible with Gravotech, Autodesk Fusion or similar software supporting DXF, SVG, PNG formats - Operational noise below 70 dB - CSA/CE certified - One-year warranty - Services Requested: - Minimum 4-hour online training for up to 5 Canadian Armed Forces personnel covering use, maintenance, and safe operation of the engraver equipment - Unique/Notable Requirements: - All deliverables must be completed within 60 calendar days after contract award - Only Canadian suppliers are eligible to bid (reciprocal procurement eligibility) - Ecological packaging specifications must be met - Security requirements apply - Selection based on lowest price - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation, but compatibility with LightBurn, Gravotech, and Autodesk Fusion software is required.
Description
The Department of National Defence requires the supply of one Laser Engraver and one Mechanical Engraver for use at the CFB Esquimalt D85 workshop in Victoria, BC. The procurement includes installation, setup, configuration, commissioning, functional testing, verification, accessories, manuals, warranty documentation, and a minimum 4-hour online training for up to 5 CAF personnel. Warranty support for parts and labor is required for at least one year. Security requirements apply, and the procurement favors Canadian goods and services.