CanadaBuys #W2037-27-0450/A

DND procurement of military dive lift bags, pontoons, and inflation and rigging equipment

Canada’s Department of National Defence is seeking underwater lift bags and related equipment for military diving and recovery operations. - Government buyer: Department of National Defence (DND), Canadian Forces School of Military Engineering (CFSME), Army Dive Centre (ADC); contracting office: CTC Contracts. - OEMs and vendors: No manufacturers, OEMs, brands, or vendors are named in the solicitation. - Requested equipment: Lift bags with stated ratings from 200 to 6,000 lb, 10,000-lb salvage/rescue pontoons, manifolds, inflation assemblies and hoses, and 4.75-ton shackles. No part numbers are provided. - Quantities: The English and French attachment summaries contain some conflicting or differently described line items. They are listed separately below where the descriptions or quantities do not clearly match; matching rated bag and manifold items are consolidated. - Key requirements: Bags must use urethane-coated, high-strength nylon resistant to abrasion, saltwater, and UV exposure. Other stated features include NPT ports with ball valves, quick disconnects, load-attachment points, and applicable lifting certification or testing. - Delivery and performance: Deliverables are due by the stated deadline in 2026; performance begins upon award. No options or annual subscription are indicated. - Other procurement note: Canadian goods and/or services are preferred. The requested items support underwater lifting, salvage, recovery, rescue, and obstacle-clearance work.

Description

The Department of National Defence is seeking offers for dive lift bags for the Canadian Forces School of Military Engineering Army Dive Centre. The requirement is subject to a preference for Canadian goods and/or services. Deliverables are to be received by December 1, 2026, with delivery points specified in the contract’s Statement of Requirement. The solicitation documents state that offers must be submitted by email and may be submitted in either official language of Canada.

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