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26-58113 Universal Testing Machine with non-contact Extensometer for polymer research

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The National Research Council of Canada is seeking a Universal Testing Machine equipped with a non-contact extensometer for polymer research through a selective procurement process set aside exclusively for Indigenous suppliers under the federal Procurement Strategy for Indigenous Business. The equipment must meet ASTM and ISO standards for measuring tensile and flexural properties of polymer films, sheets, composites, and molded products. Delivery, installation, commissioning, and training must be completed by the end of February 2027 at the NRC’s facility in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Only invited Indigenous businesses are eligible to bid, and selection will be based on compliance with mandatory technical criteria and the lowest aggregate price. All bids must be submitted electronically to the designated NRC address by 2 PM EDT on August 7, 2026, and may be in either official language of Canada. The contract is governed by the Government of Canada’s Integrity Regime and tied to the GSIN N6640 under UNSPSC 41100000 for laboratory equipment. The procurement is accessible only through the Government Electronic Tendering Service, and amendments or responses to inquiries will be communicated directly to invited bidders only; no third-party notifications are guaranteed. The National Research Council emphasizes strict adherence to the set-aside provisions and requires bidders to be registered in the Indigenous Business Directory to qualify for consideration. The contract will be awarded to the single lowest-priced compliant Indigenous bidder, with no exceptions. Melody Ellis, Team Leader of Procurement and Contracting Services, serves as the primary point of contact for all inquiries and must be engaged directly for procedural clarification. Bidders are reminded that Canada assumes no liability for information sourced from external websites or for oversight resulting from reliance on third-party notification services.

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Indigenous suppliers only; deliver ASTM/ISO-compliant testing machine to Winnipeg by Feb 2027, lowest bid wins.

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Government of Canada → National Research Council of CanadaView Agency

NAICS

334516 - Analytical Laboratory Instrument ManufacturingView NAICS

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National Capital Region (NCR), CAN

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Solicitation 26-58113 Universal Testing Machine NPP

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AgencyGovernment of Canada → National Research Council of Canada
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NOTICE OF PROPOSED PROCUREMENT (NPP) Title: Universal Testing Machine with non-contact Extensometer for polymer research Solicitation Number: 26-58113 Publication Date: 24 July 2026 Closing Date and Time: 7 August 2026 at 2PM EDT Trade Agreements: This procurement is set aside from all the trade agreements under the provision each has that permits the procurement to be set aside for Indigenous business. Region of Opportunity: Canada Region of Delivery: Winnipeg, Manitoba GSIN: N6640 (UNSPSC 41100000) – Laboratory Equipment and Supplies Notice Type: Notice of Proposed Procurement (NPP) Tendering Procedure: Selective - This procurement has been set aside under the federal government's Procurement Strategy for Indigenous Business (PSIB). Only Indigenous Suppliers that have been invited, qualify to submit a bid. Documents may be submitted in either official language of Canada. Description: The National Research Council of Canada’s – Automotive and Surface Transportation (NRC-AST) requires a Universal Testing Machine (UTM) capable of determining the mechanical properties of polymer films/sheets, composites, and molded products according to the ASTM and ISO standards. The equipment must be able to measure and detect tensile and flexural properties. The work consists of supply, delivery, installation and commissioning of the system and all accessories at the NRC address and training on equipment use; all of the work must be completed by end of February 2027. Basis of selection: The responsive bidder who meets all Mandatory Technical Criteria and offers the lowest aggregate price will be recommended for contract award. The National Research Council of Canada (NRC) will award one contract to the lowest-priced compliant Indigenous bidder. Tenders must be submitted to the NRC Bid Receiving Unit at: NRC.BidReceiving-ReceptiondesSoumissions.CNRC@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca Procuring Office: Melody Ellis | Team Leader, Procurement and Contracting Procurement and Contracting Services | Finance and Procurement Services Branch National Research Council Canada | Government of Canada 343-990-9212 | Melody.Ellis@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca The NRC has adopted the Integrity Regime administered by Public Services and Procurement Canada. As a result, the integrity provisions are being applied in NRC contracting activities as outlined in this solicitation. Canada will make available Notices of Proposed Procurement (NPP), bid solicitations and related documents for download through the Government Electronic Tendering Service (GETS) at https://canadabuys.canada.ca/en/tender-opportunities . Canada is not responsible and will not assume any liabilities whatsoever for the information found on websites of third parties. In the event an NPP, would be amended, Canada will not be sending notifications. Canada will send all amendments, including significant enquiries received and their replies, to the Invited Bidders. Canada will not be liable for any oversight on the Bidder's part nor for notification services offered by a third party. Indigenous Procurement: The federal Indigenous Business Directory (IBD) is an online resource for all levels of government and the private sector to identify Indigenous business capacity. Having a business profile in the IBD will increase your company’s visibility and may provide additional business. A profile in the IBD can also allow you to compete for federal government contracts that are set-aside for Indigenous businesses through the Procurement Strategy for Indigenous Businesses. For more information and to review eligibility criteria and register, visit: www.canada.ca/indigenousbusinessdirectory

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