Opportunity
CanadaBuys #RFP-2026055 Revision 1
University of Guelph Dry Bean Research Plot Seeder Solicitation
Posted
September 03, 2026
Respond By
October 02, 2026
Identifier
RFP-2026055 Revision 1
NAICS
333111, 423820
The University of Guelph’s Department of Plant Agriculture is seeking proposals for a Dry Bean Research Plot Seeder to support its Dry Bean Breeding and Computational Biology Program. - Government Buyer: - University of Guelph, Department of Plant Agriculture - Research Station Operations (Elora and Woodstock Research Stations) - Products/Services Requested: - One Dry Bean Research Plot Seeder - Must plant multiple dry bean market classes and azuki beans - Adjustable plot lengths, row widths, and seeding depths - Compatible with Case IH Farmall 120u tractor and Trimble GPS - Includes required software, licenses, and comprehensive documentation - Professional services for integration, calibration, validation, and testing - On-site training for end users - Manufacturer’s warranty (minimum one year), with pricing for extended warranty - Local maintenance and technical support - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Seeder must handle delicate seed coats and variable seed sizes - Must support conventional and no-till planting - Digital data integration for plot and seed tracking - No specific OEMs or vendors named in the solicitation - Estimated contract value: $220,000 CAD
Description
This solicitation invites proposals for the provision of one Dry Bean Research Plot Seeder for the Department of Plant Agriculture’s Dry Bean Breeding and Computational Biology Program and Research Station Operations at the University of Guelph. The seeder will be used primarily at the Elora and Woodstock Research Stations to plant various dry bean market classes and azuki beans, accommodating different seed sizes and delicate seed coats. The equipment must support multiple planting configurations, improve operator safety, and integrate future digital data capabilities. The contract includes supply, software, documentation, professional services, training, warranty, and local maintenance support, with delivery by March 31, 2027.