Opportunity
CanadaBuys #26-58150
NRC Procurement of High-Temperature Class 900 Ball Valves and Engineering Services
Posted
September 11, 2026
Respond By
September 25, 2026
Identifier
26-58150
NAICS
332911, 332912, 541330
The National Research Council Canada (NRC), through its Central Facilities team at the Propulsion and Power Laboratory (PROPEL), is seeking specialized high-temperature valve solutions and engineering services for its High-Pressure Air Distribution system. - Government Buyer: - National Research Council Canada (NRC) - Propulsion and Power Laboratory (PROPEL), Central Facilities team - Products and Services Requested: - Two (2) Class 900, 10-inch full-bore ball valve assemblies for high-temperature service (up to 1500°F) - Must include pneumatic actuators, extended bolted bonnets with cooling fins, and double-flanged end connections - Materials specified: ASTM A351 Grade CF8C, Alloy 718, AISI 321 stainless steel, Stellite hard-facing, chrome carbide - Live-loaded graphite packing, API 598 seat leakage compliance, and unidirectional service configuration - Includes technical design documentation, warranty support, and commissioning spare parts package - Engineering, design, supply, and commissioning support for the above valves - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or part numbers are named for the valves; Laurentide Controls is referenced as a pre-identified supplier due to their unique technical solution - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Valves must operate reliably at temperatures up to 1500°F and meet ASME Class 900 standards - Specialized materials and construction required for severe service and high-temperature isolation - Delivery required within approximately 12 months - Preselection of Laurentide Controls based on technical capability to meet all requirements
Description
The National Research Council Canada (NRC), through the Central Facilities team at the Propulsion and Power Laboratory (PROPEL), requires engineering, design, supply, and commissioning support for two Class 900, 10-inch full-bore ball valves designed for high-temperature service up to 1500°F. These valves are for High-Pressure Air Distribution isolation and must provide reliable isolation capability, elevated-temperature actuation performance, improved maintainability, and long-term operational reliability. The scope includes two complete valve assemblies, pneumatic actuators, design documentation, warranty support, and a commissioning spare parts package. The estimated contract period is 12 months, starting approximately March 31, 2027.