Opportunity
CanadaBuys #WS5840606449
Engineering Design and Optional Fabrication of Pilot Scale Multi-Mode Arc Furnace for NRCan
Posted
September 01, 2026
Respond By
October 01, 2026
Identifier
WS5840606449
NAICS
541330, 333994, 333414
Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), supported by Public Works and Government Services Canada (PSPC), is soliciting proposals for the engineering design of a pilot scale multi-mode arc furnace for CanmetMATERIALS' Hamilton laboratory. - Government Buyer: - Department of Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) - Contracting support from Public Works and Government Services Canada (PSPC) - Scope of Work: - Detailed engineering design of a pilot scale multi-mode arc furnace - Includes design of power supply and control systems, continuous feeding system, primary off-gas treatment system, and ancillary equipment - Optional fabrication, delivery, commissioning, and installation of the furnace - Options for spare parts and technical support - Procurement Details: - Competitive, open bidding - Selection based on highest combined technical merit and price - Contract duration is 17 months, with possible extension for optional services - Notable Requirements: - Completion of engineering design within the initial contract period - Possibility of extended contract terms for additional services - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Products/Services Requested: - Engineering design services for arc furnace and associated systems - Optional fabrication and delivery of the furnace - Spare parts and technical support as options
Description
Natural Resources Canada is seeking detailed engineering design and timeline for a pilot scale multi-mode arc furnace, including power supply, control systems, continuous feeding system, primary off-gas treatment system, and ancillary equipment. The contractor may also fabricate and deliver the furnace to CanmetMATERIALS' Hamilton laboratory, with options for spare parts and technical support. The contract duration is 17 months starting November 1, 2026, with design completion by March 1, 2027, and optional furnace delivery and installation by March 1, 2029. A virtual Offeror’s conference will be held on September 23, 2026, and the procurement method is competitive open bidding.