CanadaBuys #W8485-279680A

Supply of 150 portable automatic particle counters for Royal Canadian Air Force hydraulic-fluid monitoring

Canada’s Department of National Defence is procuring portable particle counters for Royal Canadian Air Force hydraulic-fluid monitoring. - Government buyer: Department of National Defence (National Defence Canada), supporting the Royal Canadian Air Force; Directorate of Aerospace Procurement, DAP 2-2-7 (also identified as DGMEPM/DOA/DOA 2-2-7). The notice names Kyle Sorrie as a contact. - OEM mentioned: Parker Hannifin — its icountLCM20 is the legacy counter the requested equipment will replace; no make or model is specified for the new units. - Requested equipment: 150 automatic particle counters (APCs), with no part number specified. Each system is to include a transport case and sampling accessories. - Key technical requirements: Report ISO 4406:2021 cleanliness codes at 4, 6, and 14 μm(c), with ISO 11171 calibration; work with phosphate-ester and mineral-oil hydraulic fluids; support safe high-pressure sampling; and include compatible quick-connect fittings, a hose at least 2 m long, pump, heated hose, sampling kit, and waste-fluid bottle. Each system must weigh no more than 12 kg, fit within 500 × 400 × 300 mm, operate on 110/120 V AC or rechargeable battery, and provide at least 50 sampling cycles per charge. Environmental protection, a spare battery, technical documentation, and a calibration certificate are also required. - Service and lifecycle requirements: Technical support for troubleshooting, operating questions, and software or firmware issues, with a response within one business day and an escalation process. The APC model must not be scheduled for end-of-life within 60 months of contract award; warranty must be at least 12 months after acceptance, or longer if the manufacturer’s standard warranty provides it. - Supplier and delivery conditions: The procurement is restricted to Canadian suppliers and applies a 10% evaluation price adjustment for Canadian suppliers. The notice identifies 25 Canadian Forces Supply Depot in Montreal as the delivery destination; detailed terms also describe delivery FCA at the contractor’s facility.

Description

The Department of National Defence requires 150 automatic particle counters for real-time contamination analysis of aviation fuels and high-pressure hydraulic systems, supporting Royal Canadian Air Force flight safety and predictive maintenance. Delivery is to 25 Canadian Forces Supply Depot, Montreal, with detailed requirements in the Annex Statement of Requirement. The solicitation is an open competitive Request for Proposal, with selection based on lowest price. The solicitation documents may be submitted in English or French.

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